1992 Austin Montego vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1992 Austin Montego is newer by 38 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, 1992 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Austin Montego.
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, 1992 Austin Montego, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Austin | Humber |
| Model | Montego | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
