1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 9 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1963 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 130 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
