1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 58 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, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 234 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk. 2012 Kia Rio 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. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Humber | Kia |
| Model | Hawk | Rio |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
