1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 13 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 12 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 425 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Humber | Simca |
| Model | Hawk | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
