2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1960 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 46 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, 2006 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 315 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 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, 2006 Ford Ikon, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1960 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Ikon | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 110 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 56 L |
