1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 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, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy 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, 1991 Subaru Legacy 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, 1991 Subaru Legacy (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Humber | Subaru |
| Model | Hawk | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
