1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 64 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1963 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 1963 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | Barchetta | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |
