1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Humber | Nissan |
| Model | Hawk | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
