1961 Studebaker Lark
The Lark compact car continued to be Studebaker's best-selling model in 1961, receiving the upgraded 170 CID OHV six-cylinder engine that increased horsepower from 90 to 112.
Confidence
95%
61SC10551
170 CID
Engine
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Plant
Classic Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Studebaker Lark
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 61 | 1961 |
| Engine Code | S | 170 CID, 6-cylinder (112 HP, OHV) |
| Serial Number | 10551 | Unit #10551 |
Basic Information
MakeStudebaker
ModelLark
Year1961
ManufacturerStudebaker
EraClassic Era
Engine & Details
Engine170 CID, 6-cylinder (112 HP)
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Horsepower112 HP
Compression Ratio8.5:1
ConfigurationInline-6
Carburetor1 BC
Assembly PlantHamilton, Ontario, Canada
Plant CodeC
Pattern SourceStudebaker
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1959 through 1961
Height56.5
Legroom front43.5
Legroom rear40.0
Length175.0
Nameplate origin1959
Wheelbase108.5
Width71.4
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)