1960 Humber Hawk vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 40 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 125 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, 2000 Renault Laguna, 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 1960 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Hawk | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Humber | Renault |
| Model | Hawk | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
