1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 16 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Humber Sceptre (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1963 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, 1979 Fiat 131 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 131 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
