1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 402 kg more than 1960 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, 1974 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Abarth | Humber |
| Model | 750 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
