2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 46 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Barchetta | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Fiat | Humber |
Model | Barchetta | Hawk |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2690 mm |