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Daihatsu Leeza Spider 0.7 (64 Hp)
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Daihatsu Leeza:
The Daihatsu Leeza is a kei car with semi-coupé styling manufactured by Daihatsu. It was launched in Japan in December 1986, and discontinued in August 1993 after had been largely replaced by the Opti in 1992. While having coupé lines, most of the Leezas sold in Japan were technically commercial vehicles to take advantage of ample tax breaks for such vehicles.
Power output from the carburetted 547 cc EB-series three-cylinder engines were originally either 33 or 50 PS , depending on whether a turbocharger was fitted. In late 1987, a limited edition variant called Cha Cha was introduced, aimed at women around the age of 30 and only available in black with discreet red pinstripes and equipped with standard air conditioning. In January 1989, the TR-ZZ variant, a fuel-injected 64 PS version was added, followed by Club Sports edition in October which offered lowered suspension and body kits. At the 1989 Tokyo Motor Show, a prototype two-seat "Leeza Spider" was shown....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Spider Overview:
Daihatsu Leeza (Spider). With 92 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 730 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 145 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Daihatsu Leeza Spider was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997. As a Kei car from the late 80s/early 90s, it would likely offer very basic passive safety features by modern standards, focusing more on compact design and affordability.
0.7 (64 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The turbocharged 0.7L engine delivers a surprisingly peppy 64 Hp, making the lightweight Leeza Spider feel agile and fun, especially in urban environments. Its high-revving nature provides an engaging driving experience.
Fuel Economy
With a small displacement and multi-port injection, this engine offers respectable fuel economy for its era, typical of Kei cars designed for efficiency in congested cities.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unique and charming Kei cabriolet design
- • Engaging turbocharged engine for its size
- • Excellent maneuverability and compact dimensions
- • Good fuel efficiency for its era
- • Relatively reliable and simple mechanics
- • Open-top driving experience
Cons:
- • Limited passenger and cargo space
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Performance is modest outside of city driving
- • Parts availability can be challenging outside Japan
- • Road noise in convertible form
- • Small fuel tank capacity (30L)
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Daihatsu |
| Model: | Leeza |
| Generation: | Spider |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.7 (64 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1986 |
| End of production: | 1994 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 64 Hp @ 7500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 97.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 92 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 659 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 68 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 60.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 145 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 87.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 126 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 730 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 30 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3295 mm mm |
| Width: | 1395 mm mm |
| Height: | 1345 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2140 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1215 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1205 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 155/70 R12 H |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
If you could change one thing about the Daihatsu Leeza, what would it be?