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Triumph TR3 1961

General information

ModelTriumph TR3
Year1961
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2138 ccm (130.46 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2138 ccm (130.46 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power102.1 PS (75 kW or 101 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque172.00 Nm (17.5 kgf-m or 126.9 ft.lbs) at 3350 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 92.0 mm (3.4 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed174.0 km/h (108.1 mph)
0-60 miles12.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1133 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3120 litres (824 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight904 kg (1,993.0 pounds)
Overall length3840 mm (151.2 inches)
Overall width1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Overall height1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2240 mm (88.2 inches)
Fuel capacity53.0 litres (14.00 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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