1971 Humber Sceptre vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1971 Humber Sceptre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 86 kg more than 1971 Humber Sceptre.
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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Humber Sceptre | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Humber | Opel |
| Model | Sceptre | Record |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
