Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp Specs

(1955 - ) Technical Specifications

Key Specs

Petrol

265.1 cu-in
4344 cm³

V 8

195 HP
198 PS / 146 kW

260 lb-ft
353 Nm

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Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp Body, Model and Production details

Generation :	Corvette C1

Body :	Cabrio

Num. of Doors :	2 doors


Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 8

Engine Code :	-

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	1 Carter WCFB 2218S carburettor

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine displacement :	265.1 cu-in / 4344 cm³

Bore x Stroke :	3.75 x 3 inches 95.25 x 76.20 mm

Number of valves :	16 Valves

Aspiration :	naturally-aspirated

Compression Ratio :	8.00

Horsepower :	195 HP / 198 PS / 146 kW @ 5000 rpm

Maximum torque :	260 lb-ft / 353 Nm @ 5000 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	3 speed Automatic Transmission Relations Final Drive Ratio: 3.55


Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Tank Capacity :	17.2 gallons 65.4 L 14.3 UK gallons

Catalytic converter :	No

Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp Performance

Top Speed :	- Mph / - km/h

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	- s


Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	102.01 inches / 259.1 cm

Length :	167.01 inches / 424.2 cm

Width :	72.2 inches / 183.4 cm

Height :	52.09 inches / 132.3 cm

Front Axle :	56.69 inches / 144.0 cm

Rear Axle :	58.82 inches / 149.4 cm

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Curb Weight :	2705 lbs / 1227 kg

Weight/Power Output Ratio :	6.2 kg/hp


Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Drums (10.98 inches / 279 mm)

Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Drums (10.98 inches / 279 mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	-/- R-

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	-/- R-

Front Wheels Width :	5K"

Rear Wheels Width :	5K"

Steering :	Endless screw. -

Steering wheel lock-to-lock :	3.900 turns

Front Suspension :	Coil springs.

Rear Suspension :	Leaf springs. De-Dion axle.

What engine is in Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp?
The Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp has a V 8, Petrol engine with 4344 cm³ / 265.1 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1955 Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp have?
The 1955 Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp has 198 PS / 195 bhp / 146 kW.

How much does a Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp weighs?
The Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp weighs 1227 Kg / 2705 lbs.

Is Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Chevrolet Corvette C1 195hp is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).