1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 46 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, 2008 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 259 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica.
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, 2008 Toyota Celica, 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, 2008 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Hawk | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
