1996 Honda CRX vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 22 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 58 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.
Because 1974 Humber Sceptre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Honda | Humber |
| Model | CRX | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
