The Contessa is a reliable and fuel-efficient car with a top speed of 140 km/h (86.99 mph).
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Rating
Max Speed
140 km/h 86.99 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Contessa is a Sedan with a length of 4591 mm (180.75 in), width of 1699 mm (66.89 in) and height of 1376 mm (54.17 in). It has a wheelbase of 2667 mm (105 in), front track of 1420 mm (55.91 in) and rear track of 1400 mm (55.12 in). It can comfortably seat 5 people with 4 doors.
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4591 mm 180.75 in.
Width
1699 mm 66.89 in.
Height
1376 mm 54.17 in.
Wheelbase
2667 mm 105 in.
Front Track
1420 mm 55.91 in.
Rear Track
1400 mm 55.12 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Contessa is a fuel-efficient hatchback offering a comfortable and spacious interior. Its sporty handling and advanced features make it a great option for urban commuting and weekend getaways.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
9 l/100 km 26.13 US mpg 31.39 UK mpg 11.11 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Contessa offers a modest 88 horsepower and 136 Nm of torque from its 1.8L inline-4 engine. It features a manual 5-speed transmission and rear-wheel drive. The suspension system includes coil springs for both the front and rear axles.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
88 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
48.4 Hp/l
Torque
136 Nm @ 3000 rpm. 100.31 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Displacement
1817 cm3 110.88 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
84 mm 3.31 in.
Piston Stroke
82 mm 3.23 in.
Compression Ratio
8.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Coil spring
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The Contessa is a sedan with a disc brake system in the front and drum brakes in the rear, assisted by an Anti-lock braking system (ABS). It runs on 175/80 R13 S tires and has 13-inch wheel rims.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Tires Size
175/80 R13 S
Wheel Rims Size
13
Weight & Capacity
The Contessa boasts a lightweight design with a power-to-weight ratio of 77.3 hp/tonne, ensuring responsive performance. Its weight-to-torque ratio of 119.5 Nm/tonne further enhances its agility. The car can handle up to 1730 kg of weight and offers a generous 600 l trunk space.
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Weight To Power Ratio
12.9 kg/Hp, 77.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
8.4 kg/Nm, 119.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1138 kg 2508.86 lbs.
Max Weight
1730 kg 3814 lbs.
Max Load
592 kg 1305.14 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
600 l 21.19 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Hindustan - Contessa
The Contessa is 4591 mm (180.75 in) long.
The Contessa can seat 5 people.
The Contessa has a wheelbase of 2667 mm (105 in).
The top speed of the Contessa is 140 km/h (86.99 mph).
The Contessa has a fuel consumption of 9 l/100 km (26.13 US mpg) combined.
The Contessa runs on petrol (Gasoline).
The Contessa comes equipped with advanced features such as a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a premium sound system.
The Contessa has a carburettor fuel injection system.
The Contessa has a manual 5-speed transmission.
The Contessa has an inline engine layout.
The Contessa has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The Contessa has an Anti-lock braking system (ABS) to assist its braking system.
The Contessa has 175/80 R13 S tires.
The Contessa was produced from 1957 to 1983.
The Contessa was known for its reliability and fuel efficiency.
The Contessa was produced by Hindustan Motors.
The kerb weight of the Contessa is 1138 kg.
The maximum weight capacity of the Contessa is 1730 kg.
