1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1968 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1968 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 14 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, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 610 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1968 Triumph Spitfire, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1968 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Humber | Triumph |
| Model | Hawk | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
