1986 Mini Ritz specifications

Engine
4 cylinder in-line,
8 overhead valves
Displacement: 998cc
Bore & stroke: 64.59mm x 76.2mm
Compression ratio: 10.3 to 1
Carburation: petrol, single SU HS4
Power output: 40bhp at 5,000rpm
Max Torque 50 lb/ft at 2,500rpm

Performance
Maximum speed: 82mph
0-60 mph: 17.5secs
Fuel consumption: 40mpg

Construction
Pressed steel monocoque

Transmission
Front wheel drive, 4-speed manual,
Final drive ratio: 3.105
Optional Automatic

Brakes
Dual hydraulic, servo assisted
Front: disc Rear: drum

Steering
Rack & pinion

Suspension
Front & back: rubber cone,
hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers

Wheels
4 stud, 12in pressed steel
145/70 x SR12 radial tyres

Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 80in
Track front: 48.2in
Track front: 46.2in
Overall length: 120.25in
Overall width: 55.5in
Overall height: 53in
Ground clearance: 6in
Turning circle: 28.23ft
Kerb weight: 1,495 lbs
Fuel tank: 7.5gals

Mini Ritz Production
Jan, 1985: 3,750 produced ?Price new: £3,798

Total production
(1959 - 2000) of all
Mini variants: 5,387,862