1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1972 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 18 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 1972 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Sierra | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
