1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 27 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Humber |
Model | GTV6 | Hawk |
Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 110 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |