1996 Fiat 126 vs. 1971 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 347 kg more than 1996 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, 1971 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 1971 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 126 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4320 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 |
