1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 196 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre. 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Humber | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sceptre | Velox |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
