1973 Humber Sceptre vs. 1974 MG Midget
To start off, 1974 MG Midget is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1974 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 272 kg more than 1974 MG Midget. 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, 1973 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Humber Sceptre | 1974 MG Midget | |
| Make | Humber | MG |
| Model | Sceptre | Midget |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
