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Vauxhall Firenza 2300

General information

ModelVauxhall Firenza 2300
Year1973
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2279 ccm (139.06 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2279 ccm (139.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power132.00 PS (97 kW or 130 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque195.00 Nm (19.9 kgf-m or 143.8 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed178.0 km/h (110.6 mph)
0-60 miles9.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1269 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4030 litres (1,065 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1040 kg (2,292.8 pounds)
Overall length4310 mm (169.7 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
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