The A-Z of Racing Cars


Cooper-Alta



Tuner
Country GB
Year 1953
Engine Alta
Engine Type L4
Cams 2
Valves/cyl 2.0000
Compression
Bore 83.500
Stroke 90.000
Capacity (cc) 1970
Power (at revs) 186 HP/6100
Torque
Induction
Ignition
Fuel system carbs
Chassis type Spaceframe
Body type single seater
Designer mod. A. Francis
Front suspension "coil, double wishbone"
Rear suspension "coil, de Dion"
Shock absorbers
Engine position front
Wheelbase (mm) 2210
Front track (mm)
Rear track (mm)
Weight (kg) 510
Drive rear
Number of gears 4
Gearbox Alta
Fuel tank size (litres)
Brakes
Front brake type disc
Rear brake type drum
Front rims
Rear rims
Tyres
Front tyres
Rear tyres
Maximum speed (kph) 257
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