1970 Humber Sceptre vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1970 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 318 kg more than 1970 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon, 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Humber Sceptre | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Humber | Seat |
| Model | Sceptre | Leon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
