2007 Ford Fusion vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 53 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 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Because 1954 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 1954 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion, 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, 1954 Humber Hawk (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Fusion | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
