1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1962 Humber Hawk is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 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) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 990 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Abarth | Humber |
| Model | 500 | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 110 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
