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Riley 4/68

General information

ModelRiley 4/68
Year1959
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1489 ccm (90.86 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1489 ccm (90.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power64.7 PS (48 kW or 64 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Compression8.3:1
Bore x stroke73.0 x 88.9 mm (2.9 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed142.0 km/h (88.2 mph)
0-50 miles12.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0595 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4060 litres (1,073 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (448.8 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1092 kg (2,407.4 pounds)
Overall length4540 mm (178.7 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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