MG 1300 Mk II/III

MG 1300 Mk II/III - key facts

  • Introduced in 1968, the end came for the MG 1300 Mk II/III in 1973.
  • The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 65 bhp.
  • 60mph was reached in 15.6 seconds.
  • The maximum speed of the MG 1300 Mk II/III was 93 mph.
MG 1300 Mk II/III Specifications
From 1968
Until 1973
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length12ft 2in3.73m
Width5ft 02/4in1.53m
Kerb Weight1850lb/0.826ton839kg
Engine
Engine displacement1275cc78cu in
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Power Output65bhp @ 5750rpm64PS @ 5750rpm
Specific Output51bhp/litre0.84bhp/cu in
Torque Output71lbft @ 3000rpm96Nm @ 3000rpm
Specific Torque76Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemTwin Carburettor
Carburettor makeSU
Performance
Power to weight79bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph9.4 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph15.6 seconds
Standing Qtr mile19.6 seconds
Top speed93mph150km/h
Fuel consumption26.8mpg11km/l
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentTransverse
Driven wheelsFront
Front SuspensionIndependent Hydrolastic
Rear SuspensionIndependent Hydrolastic
BrakesDisc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual
Number of gears4
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