1960 Humber Hawk vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 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 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 409 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121.
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 Mazda 121, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Humber Hawk | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Humber | Mazda |
Model | Hawk | 121 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |