Wolseley Eight

Wolseley Eight - key facts

Wolseley Eight Specifications
Production	5,344
From	1946
Until	1948
Bodywork
Body Style	Saloon
Dimensions
Length	12ft 1in	3.68m
Kerb Weight	1904lb/0.85ton	864kg
Engine
Engine displacement	910cc	56cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	33bhp @ 4400rpm	33PS @ 4400rpm
Specific Output	36bhp/litre	0.59bhp/cu in
Torque Output	45lbft @ 2200rpm	61Nm @ 2200rpm
Specific Torque	67Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight	39bhp/ton
Top speed	60mph	97km/h
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Drums front and rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual
Number of gears	4