1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Skoda L is newer by 23 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 25 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 107 kg more than 1991 Skoda L. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1991 Skoda L | |
| Make | Humber | Skoda |
| Model | Sceptre | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
