1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, both 1968 Humber Sceptre and 1968 Peugeot 204 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 112 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204, 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, 1968 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Humber Sceptre | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Humber | Peugeot |
Model | Sceptre | 204 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |