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Saab Sonett 1500

General information

ModelSaab Sonett 1500
Year1968
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1496 ccm (91.29 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1496 ccm (91.29 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power65.00 PS (48 kW or 64 HP) at 4700 Rev. per min.
Max torque115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke90.0 x 58.9 mm (3.5 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump

Speed and acceleration

Top speed161.0 km/h (100.0 mph)
0-60 miles12.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0839 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3110 litres (822 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight775 kg (1,708.6 pounds)
Overall length3790 mm (149.2 inches)
Overall width1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Overall height1170 mm (46.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2160 mm (85.0 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)
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