1983 Ford Escort vs. 1960 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1983 Ford Escort 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 22 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Escort, 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, 1960 Humber Hawk (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1960 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Escort | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |
