1971 Humber Sceptre vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1971 Humber Sceptre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Humber Sceptre (82 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1971 Humber Sceptre.
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, 1971 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Humber Sceptre | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Humber | Peugeot |
| Model | Sceptre | 203 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
