1960 Humber Hawk vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 37 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 220 kg more than 1960 Humber Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Previa, 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Hawk | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Hawk | Previa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
