1967 Humber Sceptre vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 36 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 1 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 107 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1967 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Humber Sceptre | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Humber | Smart |
| Model | Sceptre | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
