1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba 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 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 271 kg more than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2006 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Humber | Seat |
| Model | Hawk | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| 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 | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
