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Austin 1300 GT

General information

ModelAustin 1300 GT
Year1969
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating61.9 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 power71.00 PS (52 kW or 70 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque101 Nm (10.3 kgf-m or 74.5 ft.lbs) at 3250 Rev. per min.
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 speed148.0 km/h (92.0 mph)
0-50 miles9.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0830 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (417.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight855 kg (1,885.0 pounds)
Overall length3710 mm (146.1 inches)
Overall width1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2380 mm (93.7 inches)
Fuel capacity36.0 litres (9.51 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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