1973 Humber Sceptre vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1973 Humber Sceptre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1973 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 202 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen.
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, 1967 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm). This means 1967 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Humber Sceptre | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Humber | TVR |
| Model | Sceptre | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
