1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 15 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, 1977 Ford 2000 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 103 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000.
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, 1962 Humber Hawk (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | 2000 | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
