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Austin Maxi 1.7

General information

ModelAustin Maxi 1.7
Year1981
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1747 ccm (106.60 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1747 ccm (106.60 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power92.00 PS (68 kW or 91 HP) at 5250 Rev. per min.
Max torque141.00 Nm (14.4 kgf-m or 104.0 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke76.2 x 95.8 mm (3.0 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed163.0 km/h (101.3 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0934 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight985 kg (2,171.6 pounds)
Overall length4020 mm (158.3 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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