2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 59 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 366 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | Panda | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
