1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Humber Sceptre (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Humber | Jeep |
| Model | Sceptre | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
