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Austin A40 Somerset

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About the Austin A40 Somerset

The Austin A40 Somerset was introduced to replace the Austin Devon range. It was a very curvy car and had a big brother called the A70 Hereford. The 1200 cc engine was mated to a 4 speed gearbox with synchromesh on 2nd., 3rd., and 4th. gears. Th.e gearchange lever was mounted on the steering column.

Vital Statistics

Years:	1952 to 1954
Produced:	173306 vehicles
Capacity:	1200 cc
Engine:	Straight 4
Bore/Stroke:	65.4 x 89 mm
C/Ratio:	7.2:1
Power:	42 bhp
Top Speed:	71 mph
0-60mph:	36.6 seconds
MPG:	28.5