1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1964 MG 1100
To start off, 1964 MG 1100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Humber Hawk (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1964 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 535 kg more than 1964 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Humber Hawk 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 1954 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 MG 1100, 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, 1954 Humber Hawk (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1964 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Humber | MG |
| Model | Hawk | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
