1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 54 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 639 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 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Humber Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1954 Humber Hawk has manual transmission. 1954 Humber Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Humber | Kia |
| Model | Hawk | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
