1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett 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 32 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 290 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Humber | Opel |
| Model | Sceptre | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
