Chevrolet Corvair 1959–1964
1 generationNo photos yet2.3 MT (99 PS)
General information
Number of doors4
Car classC
Steering wheel positionLeft
CountryUSA
At a glance
Engine2296 cm3 Gasoline
Power98 hp
GearboxManual
Origin
United States
Specifications
Engine
Maximum torque179 N*m
Valves per cylinder2
Capacity2296 cm3
Turnover of maximum torque2400 RPM
Max power at RPM4400 RPM
Number of cylinders6
Stroke cycle66.0 mm
Max power (kW)73 kW
Cylinder bore85.7 mm
Compression ratio9
Engine power98 hp
Engine power99 PS
Injection typecarburetor
Engine typeGasoline
Boost typenone
Timing beltOHV
Cylinder layoutopposed
Engine placementRear
Bodywork
Curb weight1130 kg
Height1302 mm
Front track width1372 mm
Back track width1372 mm
Clearance152 mm
Width1702 mm
Wheelbase2743 mm
Length4572 mm
Number of seater5
Body typeSedan
Gearbox and handling
Number of gear4
Gearbox typeManual
Drive wheelsRear wheel drive
Operating characteristics
Acceleration (0-100 km/h)13.1 s
Max speed161 km/h
Fuel tank capacity42 l
Fuel92
Suspension and brakes
Back suspensionDependent, spring
Front brakesdrum
Rear brakesdrum
Front suspensionIndependent, spring
Grades & features
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