1994 Chrysler Neon vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Neon is newer by 40 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, 1994 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 251 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Neon.
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, 1994 Chrysler Neon, 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, 1994 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Neon | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Chrysler | Humber |
| Model | Neon | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
