1970 Humber Sceptre vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 38 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 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1970 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ.
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, 2008 Toyota iQ, 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 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Humber Sceptre | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | iQ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
