1996 Ford Escort vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 42 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, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
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, 1996 Ford Escort, 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Ford | Humber |
Model | Escort | Hawk |
Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |