Austin A 55 Cambridge 1959 specs
General information
Model: | Austin A 55 Cambridge |
Year: | 1959 |
Category: | Midsize family cars |
Manufacturer: | Austin |
Seats: | 5 |
Engine and transmission
Engine type: | Inline, 4 cylinder |
Engine location: | Front, longitudinal |
Displacement: | 1489 ccm |
Max power: | 55.8 PS (42 kW) at 4350 Rev. per min. |
Max torque: | 68 Nm |
Compression: | 8.3:1 |
Bore x stroke: | 73 x 88.9 mm (2.9 x 3.5 inches) |
Cooling system: | Liquid |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
Top speed: | 122 km/h (75.8 mph) |
Power/weight ratio: | 0.0498 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
Chassis type: | Sedan/saloon |
Passenger space: | 5730 litres (1514 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
Front brakes: | Drums |
Rear brakes: | Drums |
Dimensions and weight
Weight: | 1120 kg (2469.2 pounds) |
Overall length: | 4460 mm (175.6 inches) |
Overall width: | 1620 mm (63.8 inches) |
Overall height: | 1530 mm (60.2 inches) |
Wheelbase: | 2530 mm (99.6 inches) |
Fuel capacity: | 45 litres (11.89 gallons) |