1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 38 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
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, 1974 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Humber | Isuzu |
| Model | Sceptre | Minx |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
