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1 generation Cabriolet


Technical data

This 3.8 MT Overdrive (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 km16litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km11litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km14.5litre
Fuel tank capacity76litre
Cruising rangefrom 480 to 690km
Fuel92 RON
Top speed160km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)12.6second

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 gears4
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle13.6m

Body

Seats5
Length4925mm
Width1895mm
Height1372mm
Wheelbase2921mm
Front track1473mm
Rear track1473mm
Ground clearance152mm
Kerb weight1432kg
Gross weight1774kg
Displacement342kg
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.)

City19.2 litres / 100km
Highway13.2 litres / 100km
Average17.4 litres / 100km

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

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