1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 43 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, 1974 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sceptre | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
