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Abarth 1000

General information

ModelAbarth 1000
Year1958
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating54 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size996 ccm (60.78 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement996 ccm (60.78 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power88.00 PS (65 kW or 87 HP) at 8000 Rev. per min.
Max torque96.00 Nm (9.8 kgf-m or 70.8 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke74.0 x 58.0 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1294 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3480 litres (919 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight680 kg (1,499.1 pounds)
Overall length3700 mm (145.7 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height1210 mm (47.6 inches)
Wheelbase2170 mm (85.4 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
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