1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 4 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, 1954 Humber Hawk (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 670 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Humber Hawk (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Austin | Humber |
| Model | A 35 | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
