1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Humber | Ford |
| Model | Hawk | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 210 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 | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
