1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 33 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 81 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Sceptre | 626 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
