Austin Seven Nippy 1934-36 specifications

Engine
Chromidium head & block
2 bearing, 4 in-line, side valve,
Bore: 56mm, Stroke: 76.2mm
Displacement: 747cc
Compression ratio: approx 6.5:1
Carburettors: Zenith 30VE1
Power output: 21bhp at 4,400rpm

Performance
Maximum speed: 65mph
Acceleration: 0-50mph 24 secs


Transmission
Clutch: single dry plate
Gearbox: 4 speed syncromesh,
close ratio

Construction
Steel body on steel A-form
frame chassis

Steering
Sprung 4 spoke Bluemel steering wheel
Worm & wheel,
11/4 turns lock to lock

Brakes
Cable operated drums all round

Suspension
Front: Beam axle with tranverse half eliptic leaf spring
Rear: Quarter eliptic leaf springs
Austin made friction dampers

Wheels & Tyres
19” bolt-on wire, 3.50 x 19in crossply

Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 6ft 9in
Track: F3ft 4in R 3ft 7in
Overall length: 9ft 10in
Overall width: 4ft 11/2in
Turning circle: 33ft
Kerb weight: 93/4cwt approx.
Tank capacity: 5 gallons
Fuel consumption: 35-40mpg

Production
1934-37 about 800 examples built