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Austin A30

General information

ModelAustin A30
Year1951
Rating45.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size803 ccm (49.00 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement803 ccm (49.00 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power29.00 PS (21 kW or 29 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque54.00 Nm (5.5 kgf-m or 39.8 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression7.2:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed95.0 km/h (59.0 mph)
0-50 miles29.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0423 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3630 litres (959 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight685 kg (1,510.2 pounds)
Overall length3470 mm (136.6 inches)
Overall width1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Overall height1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheelbase2030 mm (79.9 inches)
Fuel capacity48.0 litres (12.68 gallons)
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