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Reynard 853-VW Spiess



Tuner Spiess
Country GB/D
Year 1986
Engine VW Golf
Engine Type L4
Cams 1
Valves/cyl 2.0000
Compression "12,8"
Bore 82.000
Stroke 94.500
Capacity (cc) 1996
Power (at revs) 172 HP/
Torque 244 Nm/4800
Induction
Ignition
Fuel system Spiess f.i.
Chassis type Carbon fibre monocoque
Body type single seater
Designer A. Reynard
Front suspension
Rear suspension
Shock absorbers
Engine position mid
Wheelbase (mm) 2505
Front track (mm) 1750
Rear track (mm) 1700
Weight (kg) 486
Drive rear
Number of gears 5
Gearbox Hewland
Fuel tank size (litres)
Brakes
Front brake type disc
Rear brake type disc
Front rims
Rear rims
Tyres Michelin
Front tyres 7.2/200-13
Rear tyres 9.2/220-13
Maximum speed (kph)

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