1965 Humber Sceptre vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 33 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 11 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306. 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, 1998 Peugeot 306, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Humber Sceptre | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Humber | Peugeot |
| Model | Sceptre | 306 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
