1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1963 Humber Sceptre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Humber Sceptre (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 1400 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
