Not to be confused with Hudson Wasp. Motor vehicle
| Wolseley Wasp | |
|---|---|
 Wasp 6-light saloon registered June 1935 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Wolseley Motors Limited |
| Production | 1935–1936 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 4-door saloon |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1069cc overhead camshaft four-cylinder |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 90 in (2,300 mm) |
| Length | 137 in (3,500 mm) |
| Width | 57.5 in (1,460 mm) |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | Wolseley Ten |
The Wolseley Wasp was a light saloon car produced by Wolseley Motors Limited in 1935 and 1936. It was an updated version of the Wolseley Nine model with a larger engine and steel disc wheels.
The overhead camshaft engine had 12-volt electrics and drove the rear wheels via a four-speed gearbox. Hydraulic brakes were fitted.
In all, 5,815 cars were made.
References
- ^ Culshaw, David; Horrobin, Peter (1974). Complete Catalogue of British Cars. London: Macmillan. ISBN 0-333-16689-2.
- Sedgwick, M. (1989). A-Z of Cars of the 1930s. Devon, UK: Bay View Books. ISBN 1-870979-38-9.
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