Riley Kestrel Mark II

Riley Kestrel Mark II - key facts

Following it’s introduction in 1967, the Riley Kestrel Mark II continued in production until 1968.
The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 58 bhp.
60mph was reached in 8.8 seconds.
The maximum speed of the Riley Kestrel Mark II was 88 mph.
21,529 of the Riley Kestrel Mark II were produced.

Riley Kestrel Mark II Specifications
Production	21,529 (All Marks)
From	1967
Until	1968
Bodywork
Body Style	Saloon
Dimensions
Length	12ft 2in	3.73m
Width	5ft 02/4in	1.53m
Wheelbase	7ft 91/2in	2.37m
Front Track	4ft 31/2in	1.31m
Rear Track	4ft 31/2in	1.31m
Kerb Weight	1820lb/0.812ton	826kg
Engine
Engine type	A-Series
Engine displacement	1275cc	78cu in
Bore	2.78in	70.6mm
Stroke	3in	81.3mm
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Compression ratio	8.8:1
Power Output	58bhp @ 5250rpm	57PS @ 5250rpm
Specific Output	45bhp/litre	0.75bhp/cu in
Torque Output	69lbft @ 3500rpm	94Nm @ 3500rpm
Specific Torque	73Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	SU
Performance
Power to weight	71bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-60mph	8.8 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	20.7 seconds
Top speed	88mph	142km/h
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Transverse
Driven wheels	Front
Front Suspension	Independent Hydrolastic
Rear Suspension	Independent Hydrolastic
Brakes	Disc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual or Automatic
Number of gears	4