2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 49 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 42 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 557 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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, 2008 Fiat Punto, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | Punto | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
