1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 44 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Humber | Pontiac |
| Model | Hawk | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |
