1972 Humber Sceptre vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4.
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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Humber Sceptre | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Humber | Morgan |
Model | Sceptre | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |