1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 37 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hawk | Bora |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 77.4 mm |
| 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
