1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 666 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Humber Super Snipe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | Punto | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
