1983 Honda Prelude vs. 1965 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1965 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Because 1965 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 1965 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude, 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 1965 Humber Sceptre | |
Make | Honda | Humber |
Model | Prelude | Sceptre |
Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |