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Triumph TR3 1955

General information

ModelTriumph TR3
Year1955
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1991 ccm (121.49 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1991 ccm (121.49 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power95.00 PS (70 kW or 94 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque160 Nm (16.3 kgf-m or 118.0 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke83.0 x 92.0 mm (3.3 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed169.0 km/h (105.0 mph)
0-50 miles7.5 seconds
0-60 miles12.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1027 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3150 litres (832 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight925 kg (2,039.3 pounds)
Overall length3840 mm (151.2 inches)
Overall width1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Overall height1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Wheelbase2240 mm (88.2 inches)
Fuel capacity29.0 litres (7.66 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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