1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Humber Hawk (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 796 kg more than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Humber Hawk (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Humber |
| Model | Bianchina | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
