1912 Hispano-Suiza Alfonso XIII

Alfonso XIII, King of Spain, took a great liking the Hispano-Suiza marque. At times, he was known to have over 30 fine examples in his fleet. Recognizing his loyalty, the Company renamed the Type 15T to the Alfonso XIII.

This small raceabout was a sucessfull in motorsport and won many voiturette races around France. The lightweight nature of the car combined with simple mechanics kept the Alfonso racing into the 1920s.

1912 Hispano-Suiza Alfonso XIII Gallery

See full 1912 Hispano-Suiza Alfonso XIII Gallery here

In Detail

submitted by	Richard Owen
engine	Water Cooled, Cast Iron, Inline-4
position	Front Longitudinal
aspiration	Natural
displacement	3620 cc / 220.9 in³
bore	80 mm / 3.15 in
stroke	180 mm / 7.09 in
power	47.7 kw / 64.0 bhp @ 2300 rpm
specific output	17.68 bhp per litre
bhp/weight	bhp per tonne
front tires	885×105
rear tires	885×105
front brakes	None
f brake size	mm / in
rear brakes	Drums
r brake size	mm / in
steering	Worm & Sector
f suspension	Rigid Axle w/Semi Elliptic Leaf Springs
r suspension	Live Axle w/Semi Elliptic Leaf Springs
curb weight	660 kg / 1455 lbs
wheelbase	2650 mm / 104.3 in
front track	1220 mm / 48.0 in
rear track	1295 mm / 51.0 in
transmission	3-Speed Manual
gear ratios	:1
final drive	3.00:1
top speed	~120.7 kph / 75.0 mph

Auction Sales History

1911 Hispano-Suiza “King Alfonso XIII” Double Berline 718 –

Chassis 718 is a perfect example of sympathetic preservation. Any early example of the Hispano-Suiza marque is something special that should garner extra attention, but as a special long-wheelbase example of the revered Alfonso XIII, it is likely that there are no other direct comparisons to be had. Like the casks of wine which surrounded it for so much of its life, this 1913 Hispano-Suiza “Alfonso XIII” Double Berline has gotten better with age. It is, truly, one of the greatest antiques in existence.

Auction Source: Amelia Island 2012 by RM Auctions