1967 Humber Sceptre vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Proton 400 is newer by 31 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 8 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton 400 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1967 Humber Sceptre.
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, 1998 Proton 400, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Humber Sceptre | 1998 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Humber | Proton |
| Model | Sceptre | 400 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
