1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 9 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 78 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.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Humber | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sceptre | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
