1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 5 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 3 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Humber | Isuzu |
| Model | Sceptre | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
