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Austin-Healey Sprite Mk III 1964
General information | |
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| Model | Austin-Healey Sprite Mk III |
| Year | 1964 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 54.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1098 ccm (67.00 cubic inches) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Seats | 2 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 1098 ccm (67.00 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 60.5 PS (44 kW or 60 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 84.00 Nm (8.6 kgf-m or 62.0 ft.lbs) at 3250 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 646.0 x 83.7 mm (25.4 x 3.3 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0852 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Cabriolet |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 3580 litres (946 gallons) |
| Aerodynamic dragcoefisient | 0.5 |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Front brakes | Disks |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 714 kg (1,574.1 pounds) |
| Overall length | 3470 mm (136.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 1350 mm (53.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1270 mm (50.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2040 mm (80.3 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 27.0 litres (7.13 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | UK |
| Comments | An upholstery pad was available as an extra seat. |
