1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1963 Humber Sceptre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Humber Sceptre (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1963 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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Humber | Rover |
| Model | Sceptre | P4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
