1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1960 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1960 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Ford | Humber |
Model | Fiesta | Hawk |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 110 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 56 L |