1983 Fiat 131 vs. 1960 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Humber Hawk (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 375 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Humber Hawk (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 1960 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 131 | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
