1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1967 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1967 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 82 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1967 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 1967 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 1967 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Fiesta | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
