1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 27 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 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 65 kg more than 1962 Humber Hawk. 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Humber | Lamborghini |
| Model | Hawk | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
