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Caterham Super 7

General information

ModelCaterham Super 7
Year1991
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1599 ccm (97.57 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1599 ccm (97.57 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power121.70 PS (90 kW or 120 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque143.00 Nm (14.6 kgf-m or 105.5 ft.lbs) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 77.6 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)
0-50 miles4.4 seconds
0-60 miles6.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2386 PS/kg

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (354.3 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight510 kg (1,124.4 pounds)
Overall length3380 mm (133.1 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1110 mm (43.7 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase2240 mm (88.2 inches)
Fuel capacity36.0 litres (9.51 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
Aprox price as new USD43590
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