2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 501 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, 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, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 500 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
