Austin A 40 1956 specs
General information
| Model: | Austin A 40 |
| Year: | 1956 |
| Manufacturer: | Austin |
| Seats: | 5 |
Engine and transmission
| Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Engine type: | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Engine location: | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement: | 1200 ccm |
| Max power: | 42 PS (31 kW) at 4500 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 79 Nm at 2400 Rev. per min. |
| Compression: | 7.2:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 654.8 x 89 mm (25.8 x 3.5 inches) |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | Manual, 4-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.0408 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Max no. of doors: | 4 |
| Passenger space: | 3930 litres (1039 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Turn circle: | 11 m (433.1 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 1030 kg (2270.8 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 4130 mm (162.6 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1570 mm (61.8 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1570 mm (61.8 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2530 mm (99.6 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 54 litres (14.27 gallons) |
| Ground clearance: | 180 mm (7.1 inches) |
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