1965 Humber Sceptre vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1965 Humber Sceptre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Humber Sceptre (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 115 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. 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, 1965 Humber Sceptre (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Humber Sceptre | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Humber | Peugeot |
| Model | Sceptre | 203 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
