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Austin Ambassador Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1982–1984) — First Generation

The Austin Ambassador arrived as a practical family hatchback, pairing a roomy five-door body with straightforward mechanicals. This first generation focused on comfortable everyday motoring rather than outright performance, making it an easy car to live with.

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Austin Ambassador Engines and Transmissions

Each Austin Ambassador engine here is a 1.7-litre gasoline unit driving the front wheels, a layout that frees up cabin space and gives reassuring traction in poor weather. The 1.7 MT suits drivers who prefer control over gear changes, while the 1.7 AT trades a little economy for relaxed town driving.

Hatchback 5-door — Austin Ambassador Engines and Transmissions

Hatchback 5-door Austin Ambassador Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
2.0 MT	Gasoline	1994 cm³	92 hp	69 kW	154 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
2.0 AT	Gasoline	1994 cm³	92 hp	69 kW	154 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
2.0 MT	Gasoline	1994 cm³	100 hp	75 kW	163 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
2.0 AT	Gasoline	1994 cm³	100 hp	75 kW	163 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
1.7 MT	Gasoline	1695 cm³	83 hp	62 kW	132 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.7 AT	Gasoline	1695 cm³	83 hp	62 kW	132 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD

Austin Ambassador Dimensions

Hatchback 5-door — Austin Ambassador Dimensions

Hatchback 5-door Austin Ambassador Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight
2.0 MT	4550 mm	1760 mm	1400 mm	2670 mm	1263 kg
2.0 AT	4550 mm	1760 mm	1400 mm	2670 mm	1263 kg
2.0 MT	4550 mm	1760 mm	1400 mm	2670 mm	1263 kg
2.0 AT	4550 mm	1760 mm	1400 mm	2670 mm	1263 kg
1.7 MT	4550 mm	1760 mm	1400 mm	2670 mm	Not provided
1.7 AT	4550 mm	1760 mm	1400 mm	2670 mm	Not provided

Austin Ambassador Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1982–1984) — First Generation