Chevrolet Corvair 1959 specs
General information
| Model: | Chevrolet Corvair |
| Year: | 1959 |
| Manufacturer: | Chevrolet |
Engine and transmission
| Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Engine type: | Inline, 6 cylinder |
| Displacement: | 2286 ccm |
| Max power: | 82 PS (61 kW) at 4400 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 408 Nm at 3000 Rev. per min. |
| Bore x stroke: | 98.4 x 76.2 mm (3.9 x 3 inches) |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.0707 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Max no. of doors: | 2 |
| Passenger space: | 4660 litres (1232 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Turn circle: | 12 m (472.4 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 1160 kg (2557.4 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 4580 mm (180.3 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1710 mm (67.3 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1310 mm (51.6 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2750 mm (108.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |






















