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Austin A40 Sport Convertible

General information

ModelAustin A40 Sport Convertible
Year1951
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating40.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1200 ccm (73.22 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1200 ccm (73.22 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power50.00 PS (37 kW or 49 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque83.00 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.2 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke655.1 x 89.0 mm (25.8 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0505 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3630 litres (959 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (468.5 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight990 kg (2,182.6 pounds)
Overall length4060 mm (159.8 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2360 mm (92.9 inches)
Fuel capacity34.0 litres (8.98 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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