1992 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 439 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
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, 1992 Honda Civic, 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, 1962 Humber Hawk (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Honda | Humber |
Model | Civic | Hawk |
Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 110 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 174 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 | 996 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |