1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1972 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1972 Humber Sceptre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 397 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. 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, 1972 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1972 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Alpine | Humber |
| Model | A 108 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
