1967 Humber Sceptre vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1969 Steyr Haflinger 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 55 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 342 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Humber Sceptre | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Humber | Steyr |
| Model | Sceptre | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1510 mm |
