1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 44 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1963 Humber Sceptre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Humber | Lancia |
| Model | Sceptre | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
