1994 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1994 Fiat 126 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 347 kg more than 1994 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, 1968 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat 126 | 1968 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 126 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
