Austin A55 Cambridge Mk II

Front view of an Austin A55 Cambridge at Nene Park, 2008

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Austin A55 Cambridge Mk II - key facts

First introduced in 1959, the Austin A55 Cambridge Mk II ended production in 1961.
The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 52 bhp.
60mph was reached in 23.6 seconds.
Maximum speed of the Austin A55 Cambridge Mk II was 78 mph.

Austin A55 Cambridge Mk II Specifications
From	1959
Until	1961
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	14ft 9in	4.52m
Width	5ft 31/2in	1.61m
Kerb Weight	2473lb/1ton	1122kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1489cc	91cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	52bhp @ 4350rpm	51PS @ 4350rpm
Specific Output	35bhp/litre	0.57bhp/cu in
Torque Output	82lbft @ 2100rpm	111Nm @ 2100rpm
Specific Torque	75Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	SU
Performance
Power to weight	47bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	15.7 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	23.6 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	23 seconds
Top speed	78mph	126km/h
Fuel consumption	31mpg	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