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Vauxhall VX 4 1963

General information

ModelVauxhall VX 4
Year1963
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1594 ccm (97.27 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1594 ccm (97.27 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power86.70 PS (64 kW or 86 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque134.00 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 98.8 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke81.7 x 76.2 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0858 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4140 litres (1,094 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (401.6 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1010 kg (2,226.7 pounds)
Overall length4410 mm (173.6 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2550 mm (100.4 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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