Austin Champ FV1801A

Austin Champ FV1801A - key facts

Following it’s introduction in 1952, the Austin Champ FV1801A continued in production until 1955.
The maximum speed of the Austin Champ FV1801A was 65 mph.
11,000 of the Austin Champ FV1801A were produced.

Austin Champ FV1801A Specifications
Production	11,000 combined figures
From	1952
Until	1955
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	11ft 11in	3.66m
Kerb Weight	3470lb/1.549ton	1574kg
Engine
Engine make	Rolls Royce
Engine displacement	2838cc	173cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Inlet over exhaust
Power Output	80bhp @ 3750rpm	79PS @ 3750rpm
Specific Output	28bhp/litre	0.46bhp/cu in
Torque Output	147lbft @ 1750rpm	199Nm @ 1750rpm
Specific Torque	70Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight	52bhp/ton
Top speed	65mph	105km/h
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Front
Front Suspension	Independent Torsion bar
Rear Suspension	Independent Torsion bar
Brakes	Drums front and rear
Gearbox type	5 speed Manual
Number of gears	5