Wolseley Series I Wasp
The Wolseley Wasp – a four door saloon – was introduced on the 29th April 1935 along with a considerably improved New Hornet as the first in the line of the new “Series” range of cars, rather than being based on a yearly range of models. The Wasp rated at 10 hp replaces the previous Wolseley Nine.
The Wasp was marketed in both standard and de-luxe forms. These were an entirely fresh development, the radiator being of an improved design for instance. The fitting of “easi-clean” pressed steel wheels being a notable feature from previous models.
A year later the Wasp was replaced by the Series II – 10/40 on 4th April 1936.
| Specifications | |
| Model Designation | Wolseley Wasp |
| Designer | - |
| Production Period | Apr 1935 - Apr 1936 |
| Total Produced | 5815 |
| Body Type | 4 Door Saloon |
| Engine | 1069cc |
| Engine Configuration | IL 4 OHC |
| Power | 32 bhp @ 4000 rpm |
| Torque | - lb ft @ - rpm |
| Transmission | 4 speed manual |
| Top Speed | 64 mph (103 kph) |
| 0-60 mph | 29 seconds |
| Fuel consumption | 32 mpg |
| Weight | 2016 lb (915 kg) |
| Length | 11’ 11" (3.632 m) |
| Width | 4’ 9.5" (1.461 m) |
| Height | -‘ -" (- m) |
| Predecessor | Nine |
| Successor | Series II - 10/40 |
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