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Austin-Healey 100

General information

ModelAustin-Healey 100
Year1955
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2660 ccm (162.31 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2660 ccm (162.31 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power90.00 PS (66 kW or 89 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque144.00 Nm (14.7 kgf-m or 106.2 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0952 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3510 litres (927 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight945 kg (2,083.4 pounds)
Overall length3860 mm (152.0 inches)
Overall width1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Overall height1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Wheelbase2290 mm (90.2 inches)
Fuel capacity109.0 litres (28.80 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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