1976 Humber Sceptre vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Humber Sceptre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 137 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Humber Sceptre | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
