1965 Humber Sceptre vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1965 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 1965 Humber Sceptre (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Humber Sceptre | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Humber | Fiat |
Model | Sceptre | 500 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3547 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1627 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2300 mm |