1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 37 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6.
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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Alpine | Humber |
Model | V6 | Hawk |
Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |