1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1967 Wartburg 312 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Humber Hawk 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 521 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312, 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, 1962 Humber Hawk (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Humber Hawk | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Humber | Wartburg |
Model | Hawk | 312 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2265 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |