1981 Fiat 126 vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1981 Fiat 126 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 55 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 407 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. 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, 1974 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 126 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
