2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Humber Sceptre (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 16 kg more than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | Panda | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
