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Austin Maxi HL

General information

ModelAustin Maxi HL
Year1972
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating47.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1748 ccm (106.66 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1748 ccm (106.66 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power96.30 PS (71 kW or 95 HP) at 5350 Rev. per min.
Max torque145.00 Nm (14.8 kgf-m or 107.0 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed158.0 km/h (98.2 mph)
0-50 miles8.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0963 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length4020 mm (158.3 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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