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Austin A70 Hereford

General information

ModelAustin A70 Hereford
Year1950
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2199 ccm (134.18 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2199 ccm (134.18 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power67.90 PS (50 kW or 67 HP) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Max torque158 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.5 ft.lbs) at 1700 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 speed134.0 km/h (83.3 mph)
0-50 miles14.9 seconds
0-60 miles22.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0507 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Passenger space4570 litres (1,207 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (468.5 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1340 kg (2,954.2 pounds)
Overall length4260 mm (167.7 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Ground clearance200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity56.0 litres (14.80 gallons)
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