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1 generation Cabriolet


Technical data

This 3.8 MT (155 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Cabriolet, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1964 to . In addition to this engine, 13 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.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km19litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km13litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km16.3litre
Fuel tank capacity76litre
Cruising rangefrom 400 to 580km
Fuel92 RON
Top speed162km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)12.5second

Engine

Displacement3768cm3
Engine power155bhp
RPM at max powerto 4 400RPM
Maximum torque292Nm
RPM at max torque2000RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder2
Bore98.42mm
Stroke82.55mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears3
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle13.6m

Body

Seats5
Length4925mm
Width1895mm
Height1372mm
Wheelbase2921mm
Front track1473mm
Rear track1473mm
Ground clearance152mm
Kerb weight1420kg
Gross weight1774kg
Displacement354kg
Loading height579mm
Body typeCabriolet

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionSpring, Dampers, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesDrum
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

City22.8 litres / 100km
Highway15.6 litres / 100km
Average19.6 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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