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Austin Grand Prix 100 HP

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Description

The Austin Grand Prix 100 HP was a high-performance racing car developed by the Austin Motor Company in the early 20th century. Designed to compete in top-tier motorsport events, it was one of the most powerful Austins of its time, featuring a 100-horsepower engine that delivered impressive speed and acceleration. The car was engineered with a lightweight chassis and advanced aerodynamics, ensuring agility and stability at high speeds.

Built specifically for Grand Prix racing, the Austin Grand Prix 100 HP featured a streamlined body, large wire-spoke wheels, and a low-slung stance to enhance its performance on the track. The powerful engine, likely a large-displacement unit, provided the necessary thrust to compete against some of the most formidable racing machines of the era.

Although Austin was primarily known for its production cars, the Grand Prix 100 HP demonstrated the company’s engineering expertise and ambition in the competitive world of motorsport. Today, it remains a significant piece of automotive history, representing Austin’s contribution to early Grand Prix racing and the evolution of high-performance automobiles.

Additional information

Manufacturer

Austin

Country

UK

Production Started

1908

Production Stopped

1908

Vehicle Type

Bodystyle

Roadster

Number of Doors

0

Number of Seats

2

Top Speed

92 mph (148 kph)

0-60 mph (0-100 kph)

Power

74 / 100 / 99

Torque

Engine Manufacturer

Austin

Engine

Inline 6

Engine Location

Front

Engine Displacement

9652 cc (586.2 cu in)

Valvetrain

SV

Valves per Cylinder

2

Bore / Stroke

Compression Ratio

Cooling System

Water

Charging System

Fuel Type

Petrol

Fuel System

Carburator

Aspiration

Normal

Fuel Capacity

Drive

Rear

Transmission

M4

Steering

Front Brakes

Rear Brakes

Front Suspension

Rear Suspension

Tyre Dimensions

Chassis

Weight

1340 kg (2954 lb)

Length

Width

Height

Wheelbase