1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1960 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1960 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 1960 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1960 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Fiat | Humber |
Model | Ritmo | Hawk |
Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |