Standard Eight

Rare Standard Eight in fine condition

Standard Eight - key facts

Standard Eight Specifications
Production	136,317 (Incl. updated models)
From	1953
Until	1957
Bodywork
Body Style	Saloon
Dimensions
Length	11ft 10in	3.63m
Front Track	4ft 01/2in	1.23m
Rear Track	4ft 01/2in	1.23m
Kerb Weight	1484lb/0.662ton	673kg
Engine
Engine displacement	803cc	49cu in
Bore	2.28in	58mm
Stroke	2.99in	76mm
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Compression ratio	7.4:1
Power Output	26bhp @ 4500rpm	26PS @ 4500rpm
Specific Output	32bhp/litre	0.53bhp/cu in
Torque Output	39lbft @ 2800rpm	53Nm @ 2800rpm
Specific Torque	66Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Solex
Performance
Power to weight	39bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	22.2 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	25.8 seconds
Top speed	61mph	98km/h
Fuel consumption	43mpg	18km/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