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Reliant Scimitar 1.8 SS1

General information

ModelReliant Scimitar 1.8 SS1
Year1986
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1809 ccm (110.39 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1809 ccm (110.39 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power135.7 PS (100 kW or 134 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque187.00 Nm (19.1 kgf-m or 137.9 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 83.6 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed203.0 km/h (126.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1619 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3360 litres (888 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight840 kg (1,851.9 pounds)
Overall length3880 mm (152.8 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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