1964 Abarth 750 vs. 1967 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1967 Humber Sceptre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 457 kg more than 1964 Abarth 750. 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, 1967 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 750 | 1967 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Abarth | Humber |
| Model | 750 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
