2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 43 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1962 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 1962 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Mondeo | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
