Overview

This was an updated version of the 356A Speedster fitted with the more powerful 75bhp Super engine. In other respects, it was the same as the standard 1600 Speedster

How to Spot
  • Cut-down windscreen
  • simple hood and side-curtains
  • Speedster rear badge
Specification

Capacity: 1582cc

Compression ratio: 8.5:1

Maximum Power: 75bhp @ 5000rpm

Maximum Torque: 117Nm @ 3700rpm

Brakes: Front: 280x40mm drums; rear: 280x40mm drums

Suspension: Front: Two swinging arms with two transverse torsion bar springs, telescopic dampers and anti-roll bar; Rear: Swing axles with torsion bar springs and telescopic dampers

Wheels & Tyres: Front: 4.5Jx15 with 5.90/15 tyres 4.5Jx15 with 5.90/15 tyres

Length: 3950mm

Width: 1670mm

Weight: 760kg

Did you know?

Just 2910 examples of all the 356A Speedsters were made during its two year production period

0-62mph: 14.0sec Top speed: 108mph