1960 Humber Hawk vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Humber Hawk (73 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 434 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1960 Humber Hawk (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Hawk | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hawk | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |
