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Triumph TR2 1953

General information

ModelTriumph TR2
Year1953
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1991 ccm (121.49 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1991 ccm (121.49 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power91.30 PS (67 kW or 90 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque158.00 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.5 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 92.0 mm (3.3 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed173.0 km/h (107.5 mph)
0-50 miles8.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1027 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3150 litres (832 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (385.8 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight894 kg (1,970.9 pounds)
Overall length3840 mm (151.2 inches)
Overall width1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Overall height1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2250 mm (88.6 inches)
Fuel capacity56.0 litres (14.80 gallons)
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