1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 322 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo, 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Tempo | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Ford | Humber |
Model | Tempo | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |