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Caterham 7 Superlight

General information

ModelCaterham 7 Superlight
Year1996
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power139.90 PS (103 kW or 138 HP) at 7000 Rev. per min.
Max torque156.00 Nm (15.9 kgf-m or 115.1 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed203.0 km/h (126.1 mph)
0-60 miles4.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2927 PS/kg

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight478 kg (1,053.8 pounds)
Overall length3110 mm (122.4 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height810 mm (31.9 inches)
Wheelbase2240 mm (88.2 inches)
Fuel capacity36.0 litres (9.51 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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