1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 13 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Chrysler | Humber |
| Model | Valiant | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
