2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 47 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 457 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos, 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Kalos 1959 Humber Super Snipe
Make Chevrolet Humber
Model Kalos Super Snipe
Year Released 2006 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1150 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 71 HP 121 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 104 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1800 RPM
Top Speed 152 km/hour 152 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1492 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2800 mm


 

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