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Triumph Spitfire Mk I

General information

ModelTriumph Spitfire Mk I
Year1963
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1147 ccm (69.99 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1147 ccm (69.99 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power63.90 PS (47 kW or 63 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque91.00 Nm (9.3 kgf-m or 67.1 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke69.3 x 76.0 mm (2.7 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed148.0 km/h (92.0 mph)
0-50 miles11.2 seconds
0-60 miles17.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0906 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3050 litres (806 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle7 m (287.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight705 kg (1,554.3 pounds)
Overall length3690 mm (145.3 inches)
Overall width1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Overall height1210 mm (47.6 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2110 mm (83.1 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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