1962 Ford Taunus vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, both 1962 Ford Taunus and 1962 Humber Hawk were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Humber Hawk (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 590 kg more than 1962 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Taunus | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Ford | Humber |
Model | Taunus | Hawk |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1183 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |