1973 Humber Sceptre vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 1985 Seat Malaga is newer by 12 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, 1985 Seat Malaga (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Malaga should accelerate faster than 1973 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 17 kg more than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Because 1973 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 1973 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Seat Malaga, 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, 1973 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Humber Sceptre | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Humber | Seat |
| Model | Sceptre | Malaga |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
