1965 Humber Sceptre vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 42 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, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 67 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Humber Sceptre | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
