Austin A40 Somerset

A 1952 Austin A40 Somerset at Rushden

Austin A40 Somerset - key facts

Austin A40 Somerset Specifications
From	1952
Until	1954
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	13ft 2in	4m
Width	5ft 2in	1.6m
Kerb Weight	2156lb/0.962ton	978kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1200cc	73cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	42bhp @ 4300rpm	41PS @ 4300rpm
Specific Output	35bhp/litre	0.57bhp/cu in
Torque Output	62lbft @ 2200rpm	84Nm @ 2200rpm
Specific Torque	70Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Zenith
Performance
Power to weight	44bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	21.2 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	31.6 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	24.3 seconds
Top speed	69mph	111km/h
Fuel consumption	29.9mpg	13km/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