1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1009 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Humber | SsangYong |
| Model | Sceptre | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
