1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1969 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1969 Humber Sceptre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 1969 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 1500 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
