1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 42 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1963 Humber Sceptre (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (123 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
