1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 56 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Humber | Ford |
| Model | Hawk | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
