2003 Honda Life vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 29 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 32 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 202 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Life | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Honda | Humber |
| Model | Life | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
