1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 1971 Renault 17 is newer by 17 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, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 305 kg more than 1971 Renault 17.
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, 1971 Renault 17, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 17. (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1971 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Humber | Renault |
| Model | Hawk | 17 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
