Date of Introduction
Model Line Up
Prices at Time of Introduction
Total Number Built
Identification Information
Engines
Engine: L18 1.8L
Capacity: 1770cc (108.01cubic inches)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston, single overhead cam
Number of Cylinders: 4
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline. Front engine rear wheel drive
Head Design: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv, 2 valves per cylinder
Fuel System: 2 Hi Carbs
Bore and Stroke: 85mm (3.35 inches) x 78mm (3.07 inches)
Power: 68kW (91 hp) @ 5 000rpm
Torque: 133Nm (98 ft-lbs) @ 3 000rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
2.3L and 2.5L Diesel engines need to be added
Transmissions
Type: 4 Speed Manual, Synchromesh on all gears
1st: 3.60:1
2nd: 2.25:1
3rd: 1.41:1
4th: 1.00:1
R: 3.65:1
Type: 5 Speed manual
1st: 3.38:1
2nd: 2.01:1
3rd: 1.31:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.85:1
Reverse: 3.57:1
Rear Axle
Type: Hypoid Bevel Differential
Ratio: 4.11
Clutch
Single cushion disc, dry plate clutch
Chassis
Monocoque (Unibody)
Suspension
Front: Independent double wishbone
Rear: Rigid axle
Steering
Recirculating ball, 15:1 ratio
Turning Circle: 11m (36.1ft)
Turns lock to lock: 3.8
Brakes
Front: 22mm (8.7 inch) Disc brakes
Rear: 228mm (9 inch) Drum brakes, self adjusting
Hand Brake: Mechanically operated on rear wheels
Electrical
Coil and alternator
Exhaust
Single tail pipe, semi extractor, zinc annealed type muffler
Wheels
Pressed Steel, 14 inch
Tyres
185R14C8-PR
Exterior Dimensions (Sedan)
Wheelbase: 2 575mm (101.4 inches)
Length: 4 365mm (171.9inches)
Width: 1 610mm (63.4 inches)
Height: 1 575mm (62 inches)
Front Track: 1 3100mm (51.6 inches)
Rear Track: 1 350mm (53.1 inches)
Kerb Weight: 1 163kg (2 564lb)
Ground Clearance: 200mm (7.9 inches)
Fuel tank capacity: 50L