1960 Humber Hawk vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Celica is newer by 41 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 281 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
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, 2001 Toyota Celica, 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Hawk | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Hawk | Celica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
