1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 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 2,292 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 32 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Sceptre | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
