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Austin-Healey 100 Six

General information

ModelAustin-Healey 100 Six
Year1957
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2639 ccm (161.03 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2639 ccm (161.03 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power102.00 PS (75 kW or 101 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque143 Nm (14.6 kgf-m or 105.5 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke79.4 x 88.9 mm (3.1 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed179.0 km/h (111.2 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0911 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3590 litres (948 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1120 kg (2,469.2 pounds)
Overall length4010 mm (157.9 inches)
Overall width1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Overall height1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2340 mm (92.1 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)
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