1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1964 Wartburg 311 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) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 390 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Humber Hawk (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Humber | Wartburg |
| Model | Hawk | 311 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
