1971 Humber Sceptre vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1971 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1971 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1722 kg more than 1971 Humber Sceptre. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Humber Sceptre | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
