1971 Humber Sceptre vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 97 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Humber Sceptre | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Humber | Renault |
| Model | Sceptre | 11 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
