1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1965 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1965 Humber Sceptre is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Humber Sceptre (85 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 650 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 1965 Humber Sceptre (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1965 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Abarth | Humber |
| Model | 500 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
