1971 Humber Sceptre vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1971 Humber Sceptre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Humber Sceptre 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 132 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, 1963 Humber Sceptre (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Humber Sceptre | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Humber | Humber |
| Model | Sceptre | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
