1965 Humber Sceptre vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1979 Subaru DL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Humber Sceptre 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 18 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, 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, 1965 Humber Sceptre (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Humber Sceptre | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Humber | Subaru |
| Model | Sceptre | DL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
