1973 Humber Sceptre vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 29 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1973 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 508 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Humber Sceptre | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Humber | GAZ |
| Model | Sceptre | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
