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Humber Sceptre 1963

General information

ModelHumber Sceptre
Year1963
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1592 ccm (97.14 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1592 ccm (97.14 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power79.60 PS (59 kW or 79 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque124 Nm (12.6 kgf-m or 91.5 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.5 x 76.2 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed145.0 km/h (90.1 mph)
0-50 miles11.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0708 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1124 kg (2,478.0 pounds)
Overall length4210 mm (165.7 inches)
Overall width1610 mm (63.4 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
Fuel capacity47.0 litres (12.42 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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