1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1963 Humber Sceptre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Humber Sceptre (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 156 kg more than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Humber | Triumph |
| Model | Sceptre | Renown |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
