1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1970 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1970 Humber Sceptre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 432 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1970 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1970 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1970 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Abarth | Humber |
| Model | 750 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
