Austin A90 Atlantic

The classic interior of a 1950 Austin Atlantic convertible

Click to show all images

Austin A90 Atlantic - key facts

Austin A90 Atlantic Specifications
From	1948
Until	1952
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	14ft 8in	4.5m
Width	5ft 9in	1.78m
Kerb Weight	2698lb/1.204ton	1224kg
Engine
Engine displacement	2660cc	162cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	88bhp @ 4000rpm	87PS @ 4000rpm
Specific Output	33bhp/litre	0.54bhp/cu in
Torque Output	140lbft @ 2500rpm	190Nm @ 2500rpm
Specific Torque	71Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Zenith
Performance
Power to weight	73bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	11.2 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	16.6 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	20.9 seconds
Top speed	91mph	146km/h
Fuel consumption	21mpg	8.93km/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