Wolseley 6/80

Wolseley 6/80 - key facts

  • Introduced in 1948, the end came for the Wolseley 6/80 in 1954.
  • The 6 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 72 bhp.
  • Maximum speed of the Wolseley 6/80 was 77 mph.
  • A total of 24,281 units were manufactured .
Wolseley 6/80 Specifications
Production 24,281
From 1948
Until 1954
Bodywork
Body StyleSaloon
Dimensions
Length14ft 8in4.5m
Kerb Weight2688lb/1.2ton1219kg
Engine
Engine displacement2215cc135cu in
Cylinders6
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead cam
Power Output72bhp @ 4600rpm71PS @ 4600rpm
Specific Output33bhp/litre0.53bhp/cu in
Torque Output102lbft @ 2200rpm138Nm @ 2200rpm
Specific Torque62Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight60bhp/ton
Standing Qtr mile23.8 seconds
Top speed77mph124km/h
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Torsion bar
Rear SuspensionBeam axle half eliptic leaf
BrakesDrums front and rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual
Number of gears4
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