1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 59 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, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 336 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 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Humber Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk. 2013 Ford Escape 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. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Humber | Ford |
| Model | Hawk | Escape |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
