2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 45 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 458 kg more than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
Model | Astro | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |