1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 1963 Humber Sceptre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 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 19 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 129 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Humber Sceptre (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Humber | Volvo |
| Model | Sceptre | 120 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
