Vauxhall Wyvern EIXW

A Vauxhall Wyvern at Bristol, 2010

Vauxhall Wyvern EIXW - key facts

Following it’s introduction in 1952, the Vauxhall Wyvern EIXW continued in production until 1957.
The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 40 bhp.
The Vauxhall Wyvern EIXW accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 37.2 seconds.
Maximum speed of the Vauxhall Wyvern EIXW was 72 mph.
107,588 of the Vauxhall Wyvern EIXW were produced.

Vauxhall Wyvern EIXW Specifications
Production	107,588 (All EIX models)
From	1952
Until	1957
Bodywork
Body Style	Saloon
Dimensions
Length	14ft 4in	4m
Width	5ft 61/2in	1.69m
Wheelbase	8ft 6in	2.62m
Front Track	4ft 7in	1.4m
Rear Track	4ft 7in	1.4m
Kerb Weight	2212lb/0.987ton	1003kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1508cc	92cu in
Bore	3in	79.4mm
Stroke	3in	76.2mm
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Compression ratio	6.4:1
Power Output	40bhp @ 4000rpm	39PS @ 4000rpm
Specific Output	27bhp/litre	0.43bhp/cu in
Torque Output	71lbft @ 2000rpm	96Nm @ 2000rpm
Specific Torque	64Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Zenith
Performance
Power to weight	41bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	22.1 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	37.2 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	24.9 seconds
Top speed	72mph	116km/h
Fuel consumption	30mpg	13km/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	3 speed Manual
Number of gears	3