1977 Honda Accord vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 470 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Because 1954 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 1954 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1954 Humber Hawk (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Honda | Humber |
| Model | Accord | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
