Volvo P1800 1961-66
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Volvo P1800 1961-66 specifications
Engine
4 cylinder in-line,
8 overhead valves
Displacement: 1,780cc
Bore: 84.1mm
Stroke: 80mm
Compression ratio: 10 - 1
Valves: 2 per cylinder
Carburettors: two
Power output: 103bhp at 5,600rpm

Performance
Maximum speed: 111mph
Acceleration: 0-60 mph 11.9secs
Overall fuel consumption: 24mpg

Construction
Pressed steel monocoque

Transmission
5 forward speed manual,
with overdrive
Rear wheel drive

Brakes
Hydraulic PA, Front: disc
Rear: drum
Steering
Cam & roller

Suspension
Front & Rear: coil & wishbone, telescopic dampers with Panhard rod at rear

Wheels
15in, pressed steel

Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 96.5in
Track front: 51.7in
Track front: 51.7in
Overall length: 173.2in
Overall width: 67in
Overall height: 51in
Ground clearance: 6inKerb weight: 2,383lb
Fuel tank: 10gal

P1800 Production
1961 -1972
Total production of
P1800/1800S Coupés (1961-72): 39,407