Austin Healey Sprite II 948

Austin Healey Sprite II 948 - key facts

First introduced in 1961, the Austin Healey Sprite II 948 ended production in 1964.
The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 46 bhp.
The Austin Healey Sprite II 948 accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 20 seconds.
The maximum speed of the Austin Healey Sprite II 948 was 86 mph.

Austin Healey Sprite II 948 Specifications
From	1961
Until	1964
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	11ft 5in	3.51m
Width	4ft 52/4in	1.35m
Kerb Weight	1525lb/0.681ton	692kg
Engine
Engine displacement	948cc	58cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	46bhp @ 5500rpm	45PS @ 5500rpm
Specific Output	49bhp/litre	0.8bhp/cu in
Torque Output	53lbft @ 3000rpm	72Nm @ 3000rpm
Specific Torque	76Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Twin Carburettor
Carburettor make	SU
Performance
Power to weight	68bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	13.8 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	20 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	22 seconds
Top speed	86mph	138km/h
Fuel consumption	33.2mpg	14km/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