1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre. 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Austin | Humber |
| Model | A 135 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |
