1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 271 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
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, 1996 Honda Prelude, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Honda | Humber |
Model | Prelude | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |