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Rover 2000 SC

General information

ModelRover 2000 SC
Year1963
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1978 ccm (120.70 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1978 ccm (120.70 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power92.30 PS (68 kW or 91 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque150.00 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) at 2750 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke85.7 x 85.7 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed161.0 km/h (100.0 mph)
0-50 miles10.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0762 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4430 litres (1,170 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1212 kg (2,672.0 pounds)
Overall length4560 mm (179.5 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2630 mm (103.5 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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