1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1949 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1962 Humber Hawk is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Humber Hawk (73 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 515 kg more than 1949 Peugeot 203. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Humber Hawk (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 1949 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Humber | Peugeot |
| Model | Hawk | 203 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
