1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 5 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 52 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 502 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Sceptre | Chante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
