1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 361 kg more than 1963 Humber Sceptre. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Dodge | Humber |
| Model | Aspen | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
