1956 Austin-Healey 100 SIX BN4 Specifications

1956 Austin-Healey 100 Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Cabriolet version of the 100 model has a 2639 cc (161.0 ci) 12 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Austin-Healey 100 SIX BN4 has a 4 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1956 Austin-Healey 100 Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1956 Austin-Healey 100 reaches its peak power of 103 bhp (76 kW) @ 4600 rpm.

Torque:

The 1956 Austin-Healey 100 produces torque measuring 142 lb-ft (192.5 Nm) @ 2400 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The 100 weighs around 1125 kg (2480 lb). The 1956 Austin-Healey 100 Power to weight is 91.5 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 126.2 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1956 Austin-Healey 100 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1956 Austin-Healey 100 has a top speed of 106 mph (170.5 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1956 Austin-Healey 100 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 11.50 seconds or 0-100kph in 11.9s. The 1956 Austin-Healey 100 estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 15.37 seconds with a trap speed of 75.0 mph.

1956 100 SIX BN4 Rivals:

• 1975 Audi 80 GT 1.8
• 2023 Porsche Cayenne Coupe E-Hybrid 3.0 V6 Turbo
• 2006 Volkswagen-VW Polo 1.8T GTi

Related Links:

• 1956 100 Rivals List.
• 1956 100: Full Review and Comparisons.
• A Brief History of Austin-Healey
• Compare the 1956 Austin-Healey 100

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