1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 30 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4.
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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Humber | Morgan |
| Model | Sceptre | 4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
