1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 51 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, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2005 Kia Rio, 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) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Humber | Kia |
| Model | Hawk | Rio |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
