1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 52 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 245 kg more than 1954 Humber Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Hawk | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
