1960 Humber Hawk vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 45 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, 1960 Humber Hawk (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 597 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (108 Nm). This means 1960 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Hawk | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Humber | Opel |
| Model | Hawk | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
