1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1974 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, 1954 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Humber | Rover |
| Model | Sceptre | P4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
