1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 10 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 26 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 655 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Humber Hawk (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Humber | Triumph |
| Model | Hawk | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
