1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 36 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 486 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Ginetta | Humber |
| Model | G33 | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
