1958 Alvis TC 108 G 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 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 20 kg more than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G.
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, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Alvis | Humber |
| Model | TC 108 G | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
