Austin-Healey 100

General information
Model	Austin-Healey 100
Year	1953
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	2660 ccm (162.31 cubic inches)
Fuel type	Gasoline
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 3-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	2660 ccm (162.31 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 4 cylinder
Max power	90.00 PS (66 kW or 89 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque	144.00 Nm (14.7 kgf-m or 106.2 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression	7.5:1
Bore x stroke	87.3 x 111.1 mm (3.4 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel system	Carburetor
Valves per cylinder	2
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Manual, 3-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)
0-50 miles	7.6 seconds
0-60 miles	10.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.0952 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Cabriolet
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	3510 litres (927 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakes	Drums, 254 mm
Rear brakes	Drums, 254 mm
Dimensions and weight
Weight	948 kg (2,090.0 pounds)
Overall length	3860 mm (152.0 inches)
Overall width	1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Overall height	1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Ground clearance	160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase	2290 mm (90.2 inches)
Fuel capacity	54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin	UK