1969 Humber Sceptre vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1969 Humber Sceptre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 57 kg more than 1958 Skoda 440. 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, 1969 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Humber Sceptre | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Humber | Skoda |
| Model | Sceptre | 440 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
