1998 Honda Today vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 39 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 74 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 782 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Honda | Humber |
Model | Today | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |