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Sunbeam Rapier

General information

ModelSunbeam Rapier
Year1976
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating53.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1725 ccm (105.26 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1725 ccm (105.26 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power80.10 PS (59 kW or 79 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque126.00 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0778 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (440.9 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1030 kg (2,270.8 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)
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