1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 49 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 475 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300.
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, 2011 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Hawk | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
