1995 Fiat 126 vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1995 Fiat 126 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, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1995 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat 126 | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 126 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
