1965 Humber Sceptre vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 26 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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1965 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 49 kg more than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Humber Sceptre | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Humber | Hyundai |
| Model | Sceptre | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
