1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 30 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 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Humber Hawk (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 514 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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, 1954 Humber Hawk (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen C 15 | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Citroen | Humber |
Model | C 15 | Hawk |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |