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Caterham Super 7 1600 GT Sprint

General information

ModelCaterham Super 7 1600 GT Sprint
Year1991
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1599 ccm (97.57 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1599 ccm (97.57 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power111.50 PS (82 kW or 110 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque132.00 Nm (13.5 kgf-m or 97.4 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 77.6 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed171.0 km/h (106.3 mph)
0-50 miles5.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2186 PS/kg

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (354.3 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight510 kg (1,124.4 pounds)
Overall length3380 mm (133.1 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1110 mm (43.7 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase2240 mm (88.2 inches)
Fuel capacity36.0 litres (9.51 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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