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Reliant Scimitar SS1 1600

General information

ModelReliant Scimitar SS1 1600
Year1985
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating52.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power96.30 PS (71 kW or 95 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque132.00 Nm (13.5 kgf-m or 97.4 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke80.1 x 79.5 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles11.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1086 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4490 litres (1,186 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight887 kg (1,955.5 pounds)
Overall length3890 mm (153.1 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Wheelbase2140 mm (84.3 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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