1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 32 kg more than 1954 Simca Aronde. 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, 1974 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Humber | Simca |
| Model | Sceptre | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
