1965 Humber Sceptre vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 30 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Humber Sceptre (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1965 Humber Sceptre.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Humber Sceptre | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Humber | Peugeot |
| Model | Sceptre | 406 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
