1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 101 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
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 Seat Leon, 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 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Humber Hawk | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Humber | Seat |
Model | Hawk | Leon |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 247 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 | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |