Riley Elf Mark I

Riley Elf Mark I - key facts

  • First introduced in 1961, the Riley Elf Mark I ended production in 1963.
  • The Riley Elf Mark I accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 32.3 seconds.
  • Maximum speed of the Riley Elf Mark I was 71 mph.
  • 30,912 of the Riley Elf Mark I were produced.
Riley Elf Mark I Specifications
Production 30,912
(All Marks)
From 1961
Until 1963
Bodywork
Body StyleSaloon
Dimensions
Length10ft 8in3m
Width4ft 7in1.4m
Wheelbase6ft 82/4in2m
Front Track3ft 113/4in1.21m
Rear Track3ft 113/4in1.21m
Kerb Weight1435lb/0.641ton651kg
Engine
Engine typeA-Series
Engine displacement848cc52cu in
Bore2.48in62.9mm
Stroke2.69in68.3mm
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Compression ratio8.3:1
Power Output34bhp @ 5500rpm34PS @ 5500rpm
Specific Output40bhp/litre0.66bhp/cu in
Torque Output44lbft @ 2900rpm60Nm @ 2900rpm
Specific Torque70Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Carburettor makeSU
Performance
Power to weight53bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph18.3 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph32.3 seconds
Standing Qtr mile23.7 seconds
Top speed71mph114km/h
Fuel consumption32mpg14km/l
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentTransverse
Driven wheelsFront
Front SuspensionIndependent Rubber
Rear SuspensionIndependent Rubber
BrakesDrums front and rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual
Number of gears4
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