1967 Humber Sceptre vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Humber Sceptre 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 4 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Humber Sceptre | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Humber | Lotus |
| Model | Sceptre | Europa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
