1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1983 Lancia Prisma is newer by 15 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, 1983 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 42 kg more than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
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, 1983 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1983 Lancia Prisma (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Humber Sceptre | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Humber | Lancia |
Model | Sceptre | Prisma |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |