Design of greatness: How Adrian Newey became an F1 designer
Adrian Newey has achieved remarkable success during the past decade with Williams and McLaren. Indeed, it would not be wrong to say that in recent times the world championship has…
BRIEF SPECIFICATION
Engine : Four cylinders, bore 69 mm., stroke 100 m.m., capacity 1,497 c.c. R.A.C. rating 11.9 h.p. 58 b.h.p. Tax £9. Push-rod o.h.v. Twin S.U. carburetters. Magneto Ignition. 7 to 1 compression ratio.
Gearbox : Four speeds and reverse. ” Crash ” change with silent third. Ratios: 4.0, 5.56, 9.2, 14.88 to 1. Reverse 19.50 to 1. Central remote lever.
Suspension : Quarter elliptic at front. Half elliptic at rear. Frictional shock-absorbers of H.R.G. design.
Brakes : Cable operation. Adjustable from driving compartment.
Dimensions : Wheelbase : 8 ft. 7 in.
Track : front 4 ft. rear 3 ft. 9 in. Weight : 14 cwt., fully equip
Price: Open two-three seater : £395.