1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1993 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Laser is newer by 39 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, 1993 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Laser.
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, 1993 Plymouth Laser, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1993 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Humber | Plymouth |
| Model | Hawk | Laser |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
