2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1960 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 43 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 434 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 1960 Humber Hawk (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1960 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | Punto | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 966 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 56 L |
