1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 1998 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1962 Humber Hawk has manual transmission. 1962 Humber Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Humber Hawk | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Humber | Toyota |
Model | Hawk | Corolla |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |