1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 43 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, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Humber Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Humber | Suzuki |
| Model | Hawk | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
