1972 Humber Sceptre vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 463 kg more than 1972 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Humber Sceptre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Humber Sceptre | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Humber | Mazda |
Model | Sceptre | Premacy |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |