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Austin A 40 Farina

General information

ModelAustin A 40 Farina
Year1958
Rating44 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size948 ccm (57.85 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement948 ccm (57.85 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power35.2 PS (26 kW or 35 HP) at 4750 Rev. per min.
Max torque68.00 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.3:1
Bore x stroke629.0 x 76.2 mm (24.8 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed113.0 km/h (70.2 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0466 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2820 litres (745 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight761 kg (1,677.7 pounds)
Overall length3670 mm (144.5 inches)
Overall width1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2130 mm (83.9 inches)
Fuel capacity26.0 litres (6.87 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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