2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 45 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | Punto | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
