1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1978 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Humber Sceptre would be higher. 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 48 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 242 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1978 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sceptre | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
