1967 Humber Sceptre vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1990 Nissan Micra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 326 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Micra, 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, 1967 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Humber Sceptre | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Humber | Nissan |
| Model | Sceptre | Micra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
