1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2002 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2002 Proton Perdana is newer by 48 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, 2002 Proton Perdana (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Proton Perdana.
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, 2002 Proton Perdana, 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, 2002 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 2002 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Humber | Proton |
| Model | Hawk | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
