1972 Humber Sceptre vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 40 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1972 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 980 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Humber Sceptre | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Humber | SsangYong |
| Model | Sceptre | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
