1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 27 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 196 kg more than 1963 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Humber | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sceptre | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
