15-10-2018, 07:58 PM
(This post was last modified: 15-10-2018, 08:05 PM by Reckless Rat.)
The term "performance" in relation to Austin Sevens is relative. Don't expect any and you won't be disappointed. A reasonably well set up standard car should be OK for 45mph on the flat (after a reasonable build up of speed) and possibly a bit more if the wind and/or gradient is favourable. Just don't expect it to be able to keep up with modern day traffic. The factory quoted maximum speed of the RP saloon was 48mph. The later Rubies were slightly more powerful especially those with the 37 head (13bhp), but the cars were a little heavier. My RP will show 55mph on the flat absolutely "banzai" flat out but running at that speed is asking for trouble. It will run at 40-45mph all day long no bother, no stress.(as long as there's no hills)
The Austin Seven is a (quote) "Dependable car". It will get you there.
Eventually.
The Austin Seven is a (quote) "Dependable car". It will get you there.
Eventually.