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Austin A40 Sports

Bodywork

type 2+2 DHC
doors 0

Engine information

Bore × stroke 65.50 mm × 89.00 mm 2.58 in × 3.5 in
Cylinders S-4
Displace 1.2 litre 1200 cc (73.228 cu in)
Engine type OHV
Valves 2 valves per cylinder | 8 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio 7.20:1
Fuel system 2 SU carbs
Maximum power 50.7 PS (50.0 bhp) (37.3 kW) @ 4800 rpm
0-50 mph 16.30 s
0-60 mph
0-100 mph -1.00 s
0-100 km/h
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile) 23.20 s
Standing km
Top speed 127 km/h (79 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 51.81 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque 84.0 Nm (62 ft·lb) (8.6 kgm) @ 2400 rpm
bmep 879.6 kPa (127.6 psi)
Specific torque 70 Nm/litre
Maximum rpm
Code
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 0.74
Unitary capacity 300 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 2350 mm
wheelbase 92.5 in
Length (milimeters) 4045 mm
Length (inches) 159.3 in
Width (milimeters) 1556 mm
Width (inches) 61.3 in
Height (milimeters) 1460 mm
Height (inches) 57.5 in
L:W ratio 1.72
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 965 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 2127 lb
Weight distribuiton
Fuel capacity (litres)
Fuel capacity (UK Ga)
Fuel capacity (US Gal)

Aerodynamics

Drag coefficient
Frontal area
Cx

Chassis

Engine location Front
Engine alignment Longitudinal
Drive RWD
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock
Turning circle
Tyres
Wheels
Brakes F/R
Brake ∅
Braked area
Transmission
Top gear ratio 1.00
Final drive ratio 5.14

General information

RAC rating 10.6
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1950 Austin A40 Sports PDF Manual
Designer unknown
Year 1950

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