1997 Ford Probe vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1997 Ford Probe is newer by 43 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, 1997 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Ford Probe.
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, 1997 Ford Probe, 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, 1997 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Probe | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Probe | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
