1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 33 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
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, 2007 Mercury Milan, 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Humber Sceptre | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Humber | Mercury |
| Model | Sceptre | Milan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
