1970 Humber Sceptre vs. 2009 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2009 Fiat Albea is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Albea weights approximately 159 kg more than 1970 Humber Sceptre.
Because 1970 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 1970 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Albea, 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, 1970 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Humber Sceptre | 2009 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Humber | Fiat |
| Model | Sceptre | Albea |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
