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Austin A 55 Cambridge Mk II

General information

ModelAustin A 55 Cambridge Mk II
Year1960
Rating43.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1489 ccm (90.86 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1489 ccm (90.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power52.00 PS (38 kW or 51 HP) at 4350 Rev. per min.
Max torque111.00 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) at 2100 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

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0464 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4060 litres (1,073 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1122 kg (2,473.6 pounds)
Overall length4530 mm (178.3 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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