1980 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1980 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 20 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 207 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. 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, 1980 Honda Civic, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Honda | Humber |
| Model | Civic | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
