Austin Healey Sprite II 1098

Austin Healey Sprite II 1098 - key facts

First introduced in 1962, the Austin Healey Sprite II 1098 ended production in 1964.
The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 56 bhp.
The Austin Healey Sprite II 1098 accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 16.9 seconds.
The maximum speed of the Austin Healey Sprite II 1098 was 89 mph.

Austin Healey Sprite II 1098 Specifications
From	1962
Until	1964
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	11ft 5in	3.51m
Width	4ft 52/4in	1.35m
Kerb Weight	1525lb/0.681ton	692kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1098cc	67cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	56bhp @ 5500rpm	55PS @ 5500rpm
Specific Output	51bhp/litre	0.84bhp/cu in
Torque Output	62lbft @ 3250rpm	84Nm @ 3250rpm
Specific Torque	77Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Twin Carburettor
Carburettor make	SU
Performance
Power to weight	82bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-60mph	16.9 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	21 seconds
Top speed	89mph	143km/h
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Disc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual
Number of gears	4