What is an Austin A40?
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What is an Austin A40?
The Austin A40 Farina is a small, economy car introduced by Austin in saloon (1958) and A40 Countryman (1959) estate versions. It has a two-box body configuration.
What engine is in a Austin A40?
Austin A40 Devon
| Austin A40 Devon Austin A40 Dorset | |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.2 L (1200 cc) Straight-4 |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 92.5 in (2,350 mm) |
What year did the Austin A40 come out?
Key facts. The British Motor Corporation introduced the compact Austin A40 in 1958. Originally only available as a two-door saloon, it was intended as a replacement for the A35 from which it was derived.
Where were Austin A40 made?
Australia
Austin A40 Coupe Utility 2-door coupe utility, produced in Australia.
Which factory made the princess wedge?
British Leyland
Princess (car)
| Austin/Morris/Wolseley 1800/2200 (until September 1975) Princess (thereafter) | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | British Leyland, Austin Morris division |
| Production | 1975-1981 |
| Designer | Harris Mann |
| Body and chassis |
Is British Leyland still in business?
It was partly nationalised in 1975, when the UK government created a holding company called British Leyland, later renamed BL in 1978….British Leyland.
| Industry | Automotive |
|---|---|
| Defunct | 1986 |
| Fate | Renamed as Rover Group |
| Successor | Rover Group |
| Headquarters | Longbridge (Austin Rover), Birmingham Cowley, Oxfordshire , United Kingdom |
What BHP was a Morris Minor?
Morris Minor
| Specifications (saloon) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1743lb | 1708lb |
| Engine | 4 cyl 918cc sv* | 4 cyl 1098cc ohv* |
| Power (bhp / rpm) | 29.5 @ 4400 | 48 @ 5100 |
| Torque (lb ft / rpm) | 39 @ 2400 | 60 @ 2500 |
