1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 32 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 583 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
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, 1974 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Humber | Nissan |
| Model | Sceptre | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
