Austin A40 Farina Mk II

An Austin A40 `Farina`, front view

Austin A40 Farina Mk II - key facts

Following it’s introduction in 1961, the Austin A40 Farina Mk II continued in production until 1962.
The Austin A40 Farina Mk II accelerated from 0 to 50mph in 17.3 seconds.
Maximum speed of the Austin A40 Farina Mk II was 75.2 mph.

Austin A40 Farina Mk II Specifications
From	1961
Until	1962
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	12ft 1in	3.68m
Width	4ft 111/2in	1.51m
Kerb Weight	1800lb/0.804ton	816kg
Engine
Engine displacement	984cc	60cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	37bhp @ 5000rpm	36PS @ 5000rpm
Specific Output	38bhp/litre	0.62bhp/cu in
Torque Output	50lbft @ 2500rpm	68Nm @ 2500rpm
Specific Torque	69Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Zenith
Performance
Power to weight	46bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	17.3 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	23.7 seconds
Top speed	75.2mph	121km/h
Fuel consumption	32mpg	14km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Drums front and rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual
Number of gears	4