Fiat / Bertone X1/9 (1972 - 1989)
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Details
Layout
Transverse mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
Engine
1,290 cc 128.AS I4 (1972–78)
1,498 cc 138.A2/A4 I4 (1978–89)
Transmission
4-speed manual (1972–78)
5-speed manual (1978–89)
Dimensions
Wheelbase
2,202 mm (86.7 in)
Length
1972–78: 3,830 mm (150.8 in)
1978–89: 3,969 mm (156.3 in)
Width
1,570 mm (61.8 in)
Height
1972–78: 1,170 mm (46.1 in)
1978–89: 1,180 mm (46.5 in)
Kerb weight
880–920 kg (1,940–2,028 lb)
| Fiat X1/9 | 1.3 Litre world model (1972-1978) | 1.5 Litre world model (1979-1989) | 1.5 Litre US model (1980-1989) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain and running gear | |||
| Engine | Inline, four cylinders, Otto cycle, short stroke, M/R layout | ||
| Bore × stroke | 86.0 mm × 55.5 mm (3.39 in × 2.19 in) | 86.4 mm × 63.9 mm (3.40 in × 2.52 in) | |
| Displacement | 1,290 cc (78.7 cu in) | 1,498 cc (91.4 cu in) | |
| Valvetrain | Belt-driven single overhead camshaft, 2 valves per cylinder | ||
| Compression ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 | |
| Maximum power | 75 hp (55.9 kW) at 6000 rpm | 85 hp (63.4 kW) at 6000 rpm | |
| Maximum torque | 9.9 kg⋅m (97.1 N⋅m; 71.6 lbf⋅ft) at 3400 rpm | ||
| Induction | Single two-barrel Weber 32 DMTR 22 downdraft carburetor | Single two-barrel Weber 34 DATR7/250 downdraft carburetor | Bosch L-Jetronic fuel injection |
| Cooling | Water-cooled | ||
| Clutch | Single dry plate with hydraulic activation | ||
| Transmission | Manual, 4 speeds + reverse | Manual, 5 speeds + reverse | |
| Driving wheels | Rear | ||
| Body/chassis | Steel unibody | ||
| Front Suspension | Independent, lower lateral link with reaction strut, McPherson struts with concentric coil springs | ||
| Rear suspension | Independent, lower A-arm, McPherson struts with concentric coil springs | ||
| Brakes | Four-wheel disc brakes with floating calipers and 227 mm (8.9 in) diameter rotors. 48 mm (1.9 in) diameter front pistons, 34 mm (1.3 in) diameter rear. Dual-circuit hydraulic activation. Cable operated Hand brake on the rear calipers | ||
| Electrical system | 12V, 460W alternator, 45Ah battery | ||
| Dimensions and weights | |||
| Length | 3,830 mm (150.8 in) | 3,960 mm (155.9 in) | |
| Width | 1,570 mm (61.8 in) | ||
| Height | 1,170 mm (46.1 in) | 1,180 mm (46.5 in) | |
| Wheelbase | 2,202 mm (86.7 in) | ||
| Track F/R | 1,335 mm (52.6 in) / 1,343 mm (52.9 in) | 1,350 mm (53.1 in) / 1,350 mm (53.1 in) | |
| Tires | 145/80 R13, 165/70 R13, 185/60 R13 | ||
| Weight | 880 kg (1,940.1 lb) (dry) | 920 kg (2,028.3 lb) (dry) | |
| Fuel capacity | 47.7 l (10.5 imp gal; 12.6 US gal) | ||
| Acceleration | 33.748 seconds (Standing kilometre) | ||
| Top speed | 170 km/h (105.6 mph) | 185 km/h (115.0 mph) | |
| Fuel consumption | 6.1 l/100 km (46.3 mpg‑imp; 38.6 mpg‑US) at 90 km/h (56 mph) 7.68 l/100 km (36.8 mpg‑imp; 30.6 mpg‑US) at 120 km/h (75 mph) 7.5 l/100 km (37.7 mpg‑imp; 31.4 mpg‑US) city |
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