1965 Humber Sceptre vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 29 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) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Seat Toledo. 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, 1994 Seat Toledo, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (125 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Humber Sceptre | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Humber | Seat |
| Model | Sceptre | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
