1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 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 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 255 kg more than 1962 Humber Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1962 Humber Hawk has manual transmission. 1962 Humber Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Cadillac | Humber |
| Model | Seville | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
