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Austin 16 1945

General information

ModelAustin 16
Year1945
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2200 ccm (134.24 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2200 ccm (134.24 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power64.90 PS (48 kW or 64 HP) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Max torque147 Nm (15.0 kgf-m or 108.4 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke79.4 x 111.1 mm (3.1 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed121.0 km/h (75.2 mph)
0-50 miles15.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0507 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4570 litres (1,207 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (503.9 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1280 kg (2,821.9 pounds)
Overall length4350 mm (171.3 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2660 mm (104.7 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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