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Triumph 1300

General information

ModelTriumph 1300
Year1966
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating54 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1296 ccm (79.08 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1296 ccm (79.08 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power58.80 PS (43 kW or 58 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque102.00 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke73.7 x 76.0 mm (2.9 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0643 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3840 litres (1,015 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (346.5 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight915 kg (2,017.2 pounds)
Overall length3940 mm (155.1 inches)
Overall width1570 mm (61.8 inches)
Overall height1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2460 mm (96.9 inches)
Fuel capacity53.0 litres (14.00 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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