1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1973 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 102 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1973 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 1973 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1973 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Citroen | Humber |
| Model | Visa | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
