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 Style | Saloon | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 10ft 8in | 3m |
| Width | 4ft 7in | 1.4m |
| Wheelbase | 6ft 82/4in | 2m |
| Front Track | 3ft 113/4in | 1.21m |
| Rear Track | 3ft 113/4in | 1.21m |
| Kerb Weight | 1435lb/0.641ton | 651kg |
| Engine | ||
| Engine type | A-Series | |
| Engine displacement | 848cc | 52cu in |
| Bore | 2.48in | 62.9mm |
| Stroke | 2.69in | 68.3mm |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | |
| Valve operation | Overhead valve | |
| Compression ratio | 8.3:1 | |
| Power Output | 34bhp @ 5500rpm | 34PS @ 5500rpm |
| Specific Output | 40bhp/litre | 0.66bhp/cu in |
| Torque Output | 44lbft @ 2900rpm | 60Nm @ 2900rpm |
| Specific Torque | 70Nm/litre | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | |
| Fuel system | Single Carburettor | |
| Carburettor make | SU | |
| Performance | ||
| Power to weight | 53bhp/ton | |
| Acceleration 0-50mph | 18.3 seconds | |
| Acceleration 0-60mph | 32.3 seconds | |
| Standing Qtr mile | 23.7 seconds | |
| Top speed | 71mph | 114km/h |
| Fuel consumption | 32mpg | 14km/l |
| Chassis | ||
| Engine location | Front | |
| Engine alignment | Transverse | |
| Driven wheels | Front | |
| Front Suspension | Independent Rubber | |
| Rear Suspension | Independent Rubber | |
| Brakes | Drums front and rear | |
| Gearbox type | 4 speed Manual | |
| Number of gears | 4 | |
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