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Austin A 40 Sport Convertible

General information

ModelAustin A 40 Sport Convertible
Year1953
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating44.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1200 ccm (73.22 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4

Engine and transmission

Displacement1200 ccm (73.22 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power50.00 PS (37 kW or 49 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque83.00 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.2 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke655.0 x 89.0 mm (25.8 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0505 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3630 litres (959 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight990 kg (2,182.6 pounds)
Overall length4050 mm (159.4 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2360 mm (92.9 inches)
Fuel capacity34.0 litres (8.98 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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