1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce 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 9 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 58 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Sceptre | Luce |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
