1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 173 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Humber | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sceptre | Galant |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
