1948 Humber Hawk vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1948 Humber Hawk. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1948 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 829 kg more than 1948 Humber Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Humber Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1948 Humber Hawk has manual transmission. 1948 Humber Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Humber Hawk | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Humber | Land Rover |
| Model | Hawk | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1944 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
