1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight 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 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 110 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight.
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, 2013 Honda Insight, 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Humber Hawk | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Humber | Honda |
Model | Hawk | Insight |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |