2005 Honda Civic vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 53 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, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 602 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1952 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 1952 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Honda | Humber |
| Model | Civic | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
