1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 36 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri.
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, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Humber | Mercury |
| Model | Hawk | Capri |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
