Hillman Minx Mk V

Hillman Minx Mk V - key facts

Hillman Minx Mk V Specifications
From	1951
Until	1953
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	13ft 0in	3.99m
Width	5ft 1in	1.57m
Kerb Weight	2115lb/0.944ton	959kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1265cc	77cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Side Valve
Power Output	38bhp @ 4200rpm	37PS @ 4200rpm
Specific Output	30bhp/litre	0.49bhp/cu in
Torque Output	58lbft @ 2200rpm	79Nm @ 2200rpm
Specific Torque	62Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Solex
Performance
Power to weight	40bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	17.7 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	23.9 seconds
Top speed	73.2mph	118km/h
Fuel consumption	30.2mpg	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