2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 52 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 355 kg more than 1954 Humber Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Ranger | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
