1971 Humber Sceptre vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1971 Humber Sceptre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 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 12 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 195 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. 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, both vehicles can yield 123 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Humber Sceptre | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Humber | Reliant |
| Model | Sceptre | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
