Standard Vanguard Phase III
Phase III Standard Vanguard front view
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Standard Vanguard Phase III - key facts
- Introduced in 1955, the end came for the Standard Vanguard Phase III in 1958.
- The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 62 bhp.
- The Standard Vanguard Phase III accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 22.2 seconds.
- The maximum speed of the Standard Vanguard Phase III was 77 mph.
| Standard Vanguard Phase III Specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| From | 1955 | |
| Until | 1958 | |
| Bodywork | ||
| Body Style | Saloon/Estate | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 14ft 3in | 4m |
| Width | 5ft 71/2in | 1.71m |
| Wheelbase | 8ft 5in | 2.59m |
| Front Track | 4ft 31/2in | 1.31m |
| Rear Track | 4ft 31/2in | 1.31m |
| Kerb Weight | 2604lb/1.162ton | 1181kg |
| Engine | ||
| Engine displacement | 2088cc | 127cu in |
| Bore | 3.35in | 85mm |
| Stroke | 3.62in | 92mm |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | |
| Valve operation | Overhead valve | |
| Compression ratio | 7.5:1 | |
| Power Output | 62bhp @ 4000rpm | 61PS @ 4000rpm |
| Specific Output | 30bhp/litre | 0.49bhp/cu in |
| Torque Output | 113lbft @ 2000rpm | 153Nm @ 2000rpm |
| Specific Torque | 73Nm/litre | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | |
| Fuel system | Single Carburettor | |
| Carburettor make | Solex | |
| Performance | ||
| Power to weight | 53bhp/ton | |
| Acceleration 0-50mph | 13.8 seconds | |
| Acceleration 0-60mph | 22.2 seconds | |
| Standing Qtr mile | 22.2 seconds | |
| Top speed | 77mph | 124km/h |
| Fuel consumption | 25mpg | 11km/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 with Overdrive option | |
| Number of gears | 4 | |
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