Humber Sceptre Mk I

Humber Sceptre Mk I - key facts

Humber Sceptre Mk I Specifications
From	1963
Until	1965
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	13ft 91/2in	4m
Width	5ft 32/4in	1.61m
Kerb Weight	2464lb/1ton	1118kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1592cc	97cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	80bhp @ 5200rpm	79PS @ 5200rpm
Specific Output	50bhp/litre	0.82bhp/cu in
Torque Output	91lbft @ 3500rpm	123Nm @ 3500rpm
Specific Torque	77Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Twin Carburettor
Carburettor make	Zenith
Performance
Power to weight	73bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	11.6 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	17.1 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	20.3 seconds
Top speed	90mph	145km/h
Fuel consumption	23mpg	10km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Disc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual with Overdrive option
Number of gears	4