1973 Humber Sceptre vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 25 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1973 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Humber Sceptre | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Humber | Honda |
| Model | Sceptre | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
