1996 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic 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 1996 Honda Civic.
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 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, 1954 Humber Hawk (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Honda | Humber |
| Model | Civic | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
