1972 Humber Sceptre vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 176 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Humber Sceptre | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
