1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2010 Opel Meriva is newer by 48 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, 2010 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Opel Meriva.
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, 2010 Opel Meriva, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Humber | Opel |
| Model | Hawk | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
