1967 Humber Sceptre vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1967 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 658 kg more than 1967 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Humber Sceptre | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Humber | Lancia |
Model | Sceptre | Zeta |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |