1973 Humber Sceptre vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 142 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Humber Sceptre | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Sceptre | 323 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
