2000 Ford Escape vs. 1960 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 40 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, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 70 kg more than 1960 Humber Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Humber Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1960 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Escape | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 110 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |
