1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1996 Saturn SL
To start off, 1996 Saturn SL is newer by 42 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, 1996 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 304 kg more than 1996 Saturn SL.
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, 1996 Saturn SL, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1996 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Humber | Saturn |
| Model | Hawk | SL |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
