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Austin Maxi

General information

ModelAustin Maxi
Year1970
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating47 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1483 ccm (90.49 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1483 ccm (90.49 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power69.00 PS (51 kW or 68 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque104.00 Nm (10.6 kgf-m or 76.7 ft.lbs) at 3100 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke76.2 x 81.4 mm (3.0 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed142.0 km/h (88.2 mph)
0-50 miles10.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0704 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (405.5 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight980 kg (2,160.5 pounds)
Overall length4020 mm (158.3 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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