1976 Humber Sceptre vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1976 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 27 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (162 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Humber Sceptre | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Humber | Isuzu |
| Model | Sceptre | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
