1957 Holden FE vs. 1969 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1969 Humber Sceptre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 12 kg more than 1957 Holden FE. 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, 1957 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1969 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Holden | Humber |
| Model | FE | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
