1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 22 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 26 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 12 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Humber Sceptre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Sceptre | 323 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
