2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Humber Super Snipe (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 616 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 1960 Humber Super Snipe (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 1960 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Humber |
| Model | Sirion | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |
