Tofas Tipo 1.4 i S (76 Hp)


Tofas Tipo:

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Tipo Overview:

Tofas Tipo (Tipo). With 108 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 990 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.1 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (76 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 13.1 sec).
  • • Standard trunk space (350 L) suitable for daily needs.

Cons:

  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

General:
Brand:Tofas
Model:Tipo
Generation:Tipo
Modification (Engine):1.4 i S (76 Hp)
Start of production:1993
End of production:2002
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:76 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre:55.4 Hp/l
Torque:108 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine displacement:1372
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Single-point injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:80.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:67.4 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.2:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:13.1 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:13.1 sec
Maximum speed:170 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:13 kg/Hp, 76.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:9.2 kg/Nm, 109.1 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:12.4 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:990
Max. weight:1490
Max load:500
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1100 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:350 l
Fuel tank capacity:55 l
Size:
Length:3958 mm mm
Width:1700 mm mm
Height:1445 mm mm
Wheelbase:2540 mm mm
Front track:1436 mm
Rear (Back) track:1415 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size175/65 R14
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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