1981 Ford Capri vs. 1968 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 178 kg more than 1968 Humber Sceptre. 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, 1981 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1968 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Capri | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
