1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 34 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Humber | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Hawk | Galant |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
