1965 Humber Sceptre vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 43 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 18 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 144 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, 2008 Nissan Note, 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, 2008 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Humber Sceptre | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Humber | Nissan |
| Model | Sceptre | Note |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 150 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 | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
