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Chevrolet Corvette C1
General information | |
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| Model | Chevrolet Corvette C1 |
| Year | 1955 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 60.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 3868 ccm (236.03 cubic inches) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Seats | 2 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 3868 ccm (236.03 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 6 cylinder |
| Max power | 150.00 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 302.00 Nm (30.8 kgf-m or 222.8 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min. |
| Bore x stroke | 90.5 x 100.0 mm (3.6 x 3.9 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1160 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 4730 litres (1,250 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Front brakes | Drums |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
| Brake details | Antiblocking system (ABS) |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 1296 kg (2,857.2 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4250 mm (167.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 1840 mm (72.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1330 mm (52.4 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2630 mm (103.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 60.0 litres (15.85 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | USA |
