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Austin 7

General information

ModelAustin 7
Year1961
Rating43.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size848 ccm (51.74 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement848 ccm (51.74 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power33.00 PS (24 kW or 33 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque60.00 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression8.3:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0541 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2930 litres (774 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight610 kg (1,344.8 pounds)
Overall length3060 mm (120.5 inches)
Overall width1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Wheelbase2040 mm (80.3 inches)
Fuel capacity72.0 litres (19.02 gallons)
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