2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 578 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre. 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Holden | Humber |
| Model | Berlina | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
