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Austin Mini Cooper 1275S

General information

ModelAustin Mini Cooper 1275S
Year1964
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating43.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1275 ccm (77.80 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1275 ccm (77.80 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power77.8 PS (57 kW or 77 HP) at 5900 Rev. per min.
Max torque96.00 Nm (9.8 kgf-m or 70.8 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.8:1
Bore x stroke70.6 x 81.3 mm (2.8 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed154.0 km/h (95.7 mph)
0-50 miles8.2 seconds
0-60 miles11.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1202 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4570 litres (1,207 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (342.5 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight650 kg (1,433.0 pounds)
Overall length3060 mm (120.5 inches)
Overall width1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2040 mm (80.3 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)
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