1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR 1600 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 96 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600.
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, 1972 TVR 1600 (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 TVR 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | Humber | TVR |
| Model | Sceptre | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
