1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Humber Sceptre (79 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 88 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Because 1974 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 1974 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1974 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
