1999 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 40 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, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 262 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
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, 1999 Audi A4, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Audi | Humber |
| Model | A4 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
