1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 30 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Because 1984 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Humber Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Humber | Peugeot |
| Model | Hawk | 205 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
