1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Humber Sceptre 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 35 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 252 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Humber | Talbot |
| Model | Sceptre | Samba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
