1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1968 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1968 Humber Sceptre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 1968 Humber Sceptre | |
Make | Ford | Humber |
Model | Zodiac | Sceptre |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |