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Austin-Healey 100 S
General information | |
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| Model | Austin-Healey 100 S |
| Year | 1955 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 2658 ccm (162.19 cubic inches) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Seats | 2 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 2658 ccm (162.19 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 133.80 PS (98 kW or 132 HP) at 4750 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 228.00 Nm (23.2 kgf-m or 168.2 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 8.3:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 87.3 x 111.1 mm (3.4 x 4.4 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 190.0 km/h (118.1 mph) |
| 0-50 miles | 5.6 seconds |
| 0-60 miles | 7.8 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1572 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Cabriolet |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 3510 litres (927 gallons) |
| Aerodynamic dragcoefisient | 0.5 |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 11 m (421.3 inches) |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 851 kg (1,876.1 pounds) |
| Overall length | 3860 mm (152.0 inches) |
| Overall width | 1540 mm (60.6 inches) |
| Overall height | 1250 mm (49.2 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2290 mm (90.2 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 109.0 litres (28.80 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | UK |
