1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 20 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, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 155 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Humber | Isuzu |
| Model | Hawk | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
