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TVR Grantura III 1600

General information

ModelTVR Grantura III 1600
Year1962
Rating51.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1622 ccm (98.97 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1622 ccm (98.97 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power92.30 PS (68 kW or 91 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke76.2 x 88.9 mm (3.0 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed172.0 km/h (106.9 mph)
0-50 miles6.0 seconds
0-60 miles9.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1247 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3460 litres (914 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight744 kg (1,640.2 pounds)
Overall length3510 mm (138.2 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Wheelbase2180 mm (85.8 inches)
Fuel capacity65.0 litres (17.17 gallons)
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