1986 Honda Jazz vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Humber Sceptre (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 424 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Jazz, 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, 1963 Humber Sceptre (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Honda | Humber |
| Model | Jazz | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
