1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 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 Peugeot 306 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 265 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
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 Peugeot 306, 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, 1962 Humber Hawk (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Humber | Peugeot |
| Model | Hawk | 306 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
