1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1962 Humber Hawk is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Humber Hawk (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Humber Hawk (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 55 | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Austin | Humber |
| Model | A 55 | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
