2002 Dodge Neon vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 43 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, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon 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 286 kg more than 2002 Dodge Neon.
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, 2002 Dodge Neon, 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, 2002 Dodge Neon (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Dodge | Humber |
| Model | Neon | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
