1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1967 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 92 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. 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, 1967 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Avenger | 1967 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Chrysler | Humber |
| Model | Avenger | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
