1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1953 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1963 Humber Sceptre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 230 kg more than 1953 Triumph TR2.
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, 1953 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1953 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Humber | Triumph |
| Model | Sceptre | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 56 L |
