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Porsche 914 1.8

General information

ModelPorsche 914 1.8
Year1973
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating69 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1795 ccm (109.53 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement1795 ccm (109.53 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power86.20 PS (63 kW or 85 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque140.00 Nm (14.3 kgf-m or 103.3 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression8.6:1
Bore x stroke93.0 x 66.0 mm (3.7 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)

Speed and acceleration

Top speed180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0898 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4040 litres (1,067 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight966 kg (2,129.7 pounds)
Overall length3990 mm (157.1 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2460 mm (96.9 inches)
Fuel capacity61.0 litres (16.12 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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