1972 Humber Sceptre vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 532 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Humber Sceptre | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Sceptre | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
