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Austin A 60 Cambridge 1962

General information

ModelAustin A 60 Cambridge
Year1962
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1622 ccm (98.97 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1622 ccm (98.97 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power61.7 PS (45 kW or 61 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Max torque122.00 Nm (12.4 kgf-m or 90.0 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.3:1
Bore x stroke76.2 x 88.9 mm (3.0 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed129.0 km/h (80.2 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0554 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1120 kg (2,469.2 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2550 mm (100.4 inches)
Fuel capacity34.0 litres (8.98 gallons)
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