2007 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Humber Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Honda | Humber |
| Model | Civic | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
