1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro

To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 178 kg more than 1962 Humber Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Opel Vivaro, 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Humber Hawk 2012 Opel Vivaro
Make Humber Opel
Model Hawk Vivaro
Year Released 1962 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2265 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 73 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 110 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 18.3:1
Top Speed 130 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 1613 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 90 L


 

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