1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Humber Sceptre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Humber Sceptre (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 364 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Humber Sceptre (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Humber | Triumph |
| Model | Sceptre | Herald |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 29 L |
