1969 Humber Sceptre vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1969 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 558 kg more than 1969 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Humber Sceptre | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Humber | Lancia |
| Model | Sceptre | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
