1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 32 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 45 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.
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, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Humber | Lancia |
| Model | Hawk | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 235 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
