both the devon and dorset were body-on-frame designs with modern bodies and a 1.2 l straight-4 ohv engine producing at 4200 rpm. they featured front coil sprung independent suspension but retained a rigid axle and semi-elliptic leaf springs at the rear. the girling brakes with drums were operated hydraulically at the front and mechanically at the rear. later cars had column operated gear change and full hydraulic braking. a sliding sunroof and heater were extra cost options on the uk market.