1960 Humber Hawk vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 48 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Hawk | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Hawk | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 88.3 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 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 42 L |
