1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1969 MG MGB
To start off, 1969 MG MGB is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 244 kg more than 1969 MG MGB.
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, 1969 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1969 MG MGB | |
| Make | Humber | MG |
| Model | Sceptre | MGB |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
