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Austin A 40 Farina Mk1

General information

ModelAustin A 40 Farina Mk1
Year1960
Rating43.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size997 ccm (60.84 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement997 ccm (60.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power34.50 PS (25 kW or 34 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

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0454 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2820 litres (745 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight760 kg (1,675.5 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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