2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1965 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 38 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1965 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1965 Humber Sceptre (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1965 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Honda | Humber |
| Model | Mobilio | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
