1986 Honda Legend vs. 1967 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1986 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 368 kg more than 1967 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend, 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 1967 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Honda | Humber |
| Model | Legend | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
