2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1965 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 35 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1965 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1965 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Caterham | Humber |
| Model | C21 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
