[2] Nominally classed by Austin as a Fourteen the actual engine size attracted tax for a 16 horsepower car.

The performance of the engine carried over from the Light Twelve-Six proved disappointing and a much smoother revised version with a near 20% improvement in power output was introduced the next year.

Even the quarter-lights were supplied with blinds, there were flush fitting footrests in the back of the large, adjustable, front seats with pull straps above.

[3] Eight months after the road test was published The Times felt able to report that the Austin Fourteen was now a much improved car.

[5] Now supplied with an improved engine mounting, new pistol grip handbrake, shock absorbers, lubricated road springs and given, like the Twelve, higher and wider doors and a longer bonnet.