2006 Honda Insight vs. 1976 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1976 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 1976 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, 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, 1976 Humber Sceptre (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1976 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Honda | Humber |
| Model | Insight | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
