Chevrolet Corvair 1960–1961

1 generation (Z-body / 500, 700, 900 Series)
General information
Number of doors2
Car classC
Steering wheel positionLeft
CountryUSA
At a glance
Engine2296 cm3 Gasoline
Power102 hp
GearboxManual
OriginUnited States
Series
CabrioletCoupeSedanwagon 5 doors
Trim
2.3 AT (103 PS)2.3 MT (103 PS)2.3 MT (152 PS)2.4 AT (85 hp)2.4 MT (81 hp)2.7 AT (112 hp)2.7 AT (96 hp)2.7 MT (112 hp)2.7 MT (96 hp)

Specifications

Engine
Engine power102 hp
Engine power103 PS
Maximum torque182 N*m
Valves per cylinder2
Capacity2296 cm3
Turnover of maximum torque2800 RPM
Max power at RPM4400 RPM
Number of cylinders6
Stroke cycle66.0 mm
Max power (kW)76 kW
Cylinder bore85.7 mm
Compression ratio9
Injection typecarburetor
Engine typeGasoline
Boost typenone
Timing beltOHV
Cylinder layoutopposed
Engine placementRear
Bodywork
Curb weight1250 kg
Height1308 mm
Front track width1384 mm
Back track width1384 mm
Clearance152 mm
Width1702 mm
Wheelbase2743 mm
Number of seater4
Length4572 mm
Body typeCabriolet
Gearbox and handling
Number of gear4
Gearbox typeManual
Drive wheelsRear wheel drive
Operating characteristics
Acceleration (0-100 km/h)14.0 s
Max speed159 km/h
Fuel tank capacity53 l
Fuel92
Suspension and brakes
Back suspensionDependent, spring
Front brakesdrum
Rear brakesdrum
Front suspensionIndependent, spring

Grades & features

Select a grade to see its included features. A check means standard equipment; a cross means optional or not specified.