1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 29 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 8 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 510 kg more than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Humber | Skoda |
| Model | Hawk | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
