1960 Humber Hawk vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa

To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 39 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 55 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Humber Hawk 1999 Lancia Kappa
Make Humber Lancia
Model Hawk Kappa
Year Released 1960 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2266 cc 1929 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 73 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 110 mm 75.7 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2710 mm


 

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