1965 Humber Sceptre vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 7 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, 1965 Humber Sceptre (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Humber Sceptre (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Humber Sceptre | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Sceptre | 616 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
