1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe

To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,139 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 51 kg more than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1952 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 1952 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Humber Super Snipe.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chrysler Town & Country 1952 Humber Super Snipe
Make Chrysler Humber
Model Town & Country Super Snipe
Year Released 1995 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3776 cc 4139 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 1753 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2950 mm


 

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