1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1995 Mercury Mystique is newer by 41 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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 118 kg more than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
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, 1995 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Humber Hawk | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Humber | Mercury |
Model | Hawk | Mystique |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |