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Humber Sceptre 1972

General information

ModelHumber Sceptre
Year1972
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1725 ccm (105.26 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1725 ccm (105.26 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power83.7 PS (62 kW or 83 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque123.00 Nm (12.5 kgf-m or 90.7 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Bore x stroke81.5 x 82.6 mm (3.2 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

0-50 miles9.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0847 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Passenger space4020 litres (1,062 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight992 kg (2,187.0 pounds)
Overall length4320 mm (170.1 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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