2006 Honda Insight vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight 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 48 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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 Honda Insight, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Honda | Humber |
Model | Insight | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |