1969 Humber Sceptre vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1969 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 463 kg more than 1969 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Humber Sceptre | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Humber | Mini |
| Model | Sceptre | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
