1976 Humber Sceptre vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 8 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 56 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Humber Sceptre | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Humber | Renault |
| Model | Sceptre | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
