1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1997 Toyota MR2 is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1963 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, 1997 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Humber Sceptre | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Humber | Toyota |
Model | Sceptre | MR2 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |