2000 Ford Escape vs. 1956 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 318 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1956 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1956 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1956 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Escape | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
