1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1972 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1972 Humber Sceptre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 248 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1972 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Abarth | Humber |
| Model | 1600 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
