1973 Humber Sceptre vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1973 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Toledo weights approximately 58 kg more than 1973 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Seat Toledo, 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, 1995 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Humber Sceptre | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Humber | Seat |
| Model | Sceptre | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
