1989 Audi 100 vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 27 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
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, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Audi | Humber |
| Model | 100 | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 110 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
