1960 Humber Hawk vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 42 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 25 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, 2002 Mazda 6, 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Hawk | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Hawk | 6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
