2000 Ford Focus vs. 1948 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,086 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 546 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
Because 1948 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 1948 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1948 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Focus | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
