Austin A40 Devon

A 1954 Austin A40 Devon Pick-up

A 1954 Austin A40 Devon Pick-up

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A 1954 Austin A40 Devon Pick-up
A 1954 Austin Devon pick-up.Supplied from the factory without a back, the Wellside back is believed to have been supplied by Jensen.

Austin A40 Devon - key facts

  • Introduced in 1947, the end came for the Austin A40 Devon in 1952.
  • The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 40 bhp.
  • 60mph was reached in 34.8 seconds.
  • The maximum speed of the Austin A40 Devon was 67 mph.
Austin A40 Devon Specifications
From 1947
Until 1952
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length12ft 8in3.89m
Width5ft 0in1.55m
Kerb Weight2100lb/0.937ton953kg
Engine
Engine displacement1200cc73cu in
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Power Output40bhp @ 4300rpm39PS @ 4300rpm
Specific Output33bhp/litre0.55bhp/cu in
Torque Output57lbft @ 2800rpm77Nm @ 2800rpm
Specific Torque64Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Carburettor makeZenith
Performance
Power to weight43bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph20.5 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph34.8 seconds
Standing Qtr mile24.4 seconds
Top speed67mph108km/h
Fuel consumption32mpg14km/l
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionBeam axle half eliptic leaf
BrakesDrums front and rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual
Number of gears4
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