1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1963 Humber Sceptre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Humber Sceptre (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 254 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. 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, 1963 Humber Sceptre (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 1100 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |
