Light a Candle

Car-Catalogue » Austin » Austin A 90

Austin A 90

General information

ModelAustin A 90
Year1962
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2912 ccm (177.69 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2912 ccm (177.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power121.70 PS (90 kW or 120 HP) at 4750 Rev. per min.
Max torque221.00 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) at 2750 Rev. per min.
Compression8.3:1
Bore x stroke83.5 x 88.9 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0775 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4570 litres (1,207 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (464.6 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1570 kg (3,461.3 pounds)
Overall length4780 mm (188.2 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2750 mm (108.3 inches)
Fuel capacity34.0 litres (8.98 gallons)
Light a Candle