1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1968 Volvo 145 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 Volvo 145 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Humber | Volvo |
| Model | Hawk | 145 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
