2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,139 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1293 kg more than 2004 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ariel | Humber |
| Model | Atom | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |
