1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1968 Humber Sceptre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 92 kg more than 1962 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Humber | MG |
| Model | Sceptre | MGA |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
