1960 Humber Hawk vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Colt is newer by 32 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, 1992 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1960 Humber Hawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Hawk | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Humber | Plymouth |
| Model | Hawk | Colt |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
