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Caterham Super 7 1.6

General information

ModelCaterham Super 7 1.6
Year1995
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power139.90 PS (103 kW or 138 HP) at 7000 Rev. per min.
Max torque156.00 Nm (15.9 kgf-m or 115.1 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 79.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)
0-50 miles4.5 seconds
0-60 miles6.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2525 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3550 litres (938 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (374.0 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight554 kg (1,221.4 pounds)
Overall length3390 mm (133.5 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1100 mm (43.3 inches)
Wheelbase2260 mm (89.0 inches)
Fuel capacity30.0 litres (7.93 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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