1960 Humber Hawk vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 52 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 140 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 2012 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Humber Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Hawk | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Humber | Ford |
| Model | Hawk | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 53 L |
