1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 13 kg more than 1968 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Humber | Subaru |
| Model | Sceptre | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
