1960 Humber Hawk vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 44 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2004 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Humber Hawk | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Humber | Skoda |
Model | Hawk | Octavia |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |