1967 Humber Sceptre vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 Humber Sceptre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 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 46 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 32 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Humber Sceptre | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Humber | Wartburg |
| Model | Sceptre | 311 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
