1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 46 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2000 Toyota Avensis, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Hawk | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
