1973 Humber Sceptre vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1973 Humber Sceptre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 452 kg more than 1967 Steyr 700C. 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, 1973 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Humber Sceptre | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Humber | Steyr |
| Model | Sceptre | 700C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1950 mm |
