1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Humber Sceptre 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 12 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 158 kg more than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Sceptre | Luce |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
