1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 38 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 132 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota iQ, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | iQ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
