2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 895 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Caterham | Humber |
| Model | 21 | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
