1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1974 Peugeot 304
To start off, both 1974 Humber Sceptre and 1974 Peugeot 304 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 15 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 42 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Humber Sceptre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 304, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1974 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Humber | Peugeot |
| Model | Sceptre | 304 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| 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 | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
