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Caterham 1700

General information

ModelCaterham 1700
Year1986
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating49 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1692 ccm (103.25 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1692 ccm (103.25 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power170.30 PS (125 kW or 168 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed188.0 km/h (116.8 mph)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Overall length3390 mm (133.5 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1050 mm (41.3 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2260 mm (89.0 inches)
Fuel capacity36.0 litres (9.51 gallons)
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