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Austin-Healey Sprite Mk IV 1967

General information

ModelAustin-Healey Sprite Mk IV
Year1967
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating64.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1275 ccm (77.80 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1275 ccm (77.80 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power65.6 PS (48 kW or 65 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque98.00 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke70.6 x 81.3 mm (2.8 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0923 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2730 litres (721 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (374.0 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight714 kg (1,574.1 pounds)
Overall length3490 mm (137.4 inches)
Overall width1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2040 mm (80.3 inches)
Fuel capacity27.0 litres (7.13 gallons)
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