1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1960 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Humber Hawk (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Hawk should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1960 Humber Hawk (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1960 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Fiat | Humber |
Model | Palio | Hawk |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 110 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 56 L |