1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1968 Renault 4
To start off, both 1968 Humber Sceptre and 1968 Renault 4 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 49 more horse power than 1968 Renault 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 342 kg more than 1968 Renault 4. 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 Renault 4, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1968 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Humber | Renault |
| Model | Sceptre | 4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
