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Austin 1300 Saloon

General information

ModelAustin 1300 Saloon
Year1967
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 power60.80 PS (45 kW or 60 HP) at 5250 Rev. per min.
Max torque94.00 Nm (9.6 kgf-m or 69.3 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
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 speed140.0 km/h (87.0 mph)
0-50 miles11.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0711 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3330 litres (880 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (417.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight858 kg (1,891.6 pounds)
Overall length3730 mm (146.9 inches)
Overall width1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2380 mm (93.7 inches)
Fuel capacity36.0 litres (9.51 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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