Wolseley 18/85

Wolseley 18/85 at the BMC/BL Rally, Peterborough 2008

Wolseley 18/85 at the BMC/BL Rally, Peterborough 2008

Wolseley 18/85 - key facts

  • Introduced in 1967, the end came for the Wolseley 18/85 in 1972.
  • Maximum speed of the Wolseley 18/85 was 90 mph.
  • A total of 35,597 units were manufactured ((All 18/85 models)).
Wolseley 18/85 Specifications
Production 35,597
(All 18/85 models)
From 1967
Until 1972
Bodywork
Body Stylesaloon
Dimensions
Length13ft 9in4m
Kerb Weight2576lb/1.15ton1168kg
Engine
Engine displacement1798cc110cu in
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Power Output85bhp @ 5300rpm84PS @ 5300rpm
Specific Output47bhp/litre0.77bhp/cu in
Torque Output99lbft @ 2100rpm134Nm @ 2100rpm
Specific Torque75Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight74bhp/ton
Standing Qtr mile21.2 seconds
Top speed90mph145km/h
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentTransverse
Driven wheelsFront
Front SuspensionIndependent Hydrolastic
Rear SuspensionIndependent Hydrolastic
BrakesDisc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual or Automatic
Number of gears4
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