Ohta PH-1. 1954 (prod. n/a). 4-door sedan. F/R, 903 cm³ (I4 SV). Development of PB. Small sedan from Japanese motoring pioneer, with hydraulic brakes. Tiny 0·9 developed a mere 24 PS. Found itself a victim of an economic recession after the Korean War armistice, Ohta’s purchase of a new factory that overextended the company, and credit control issues.

Manufacturing location: Japan

Marque: Ohta