This 1.8 MT (153 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Roadster, which was produced by Caterham from 1994 to 2002. In addition to this engine, 5 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
Body
Body type
Roadster
Seats
2
Length
3800mm
Width
1580mm
Height
1150mm
Wheelbase
2230mm
Front track
1320mm
Rear track
1320mm
Ground clearance
110mm
Min. boot capacity
250litre
Kerb weight
650kg
Gross weight
950kg
Max. boot capacity
250litre
Engine
Engine type
Gasoline
Displacement
1795cm3
Engine power
153bhp
RPM at max power
from 7 000RPM
Injection type
Injectors
Cylinder layout
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Bore
80mm
Stroke
89mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Maximum torque
180Nm
RPM at max torque
3000RPM
Power & fuel consumption
Fuel
95 RON
Top speed
210km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)
5.3second
Fuel tank capacity
66litre
Suspension & brakes
Front suspension
Helical springs
Rear suspension
De-Dion
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Gearbox & drivetrain
Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
6
Drive wheels
Rear-wheel drive
Turning circle
11m
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