Vauxhall Firenza 2300 Droopsnoot (1973-1975)
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| Country |
UK |
| Top Speed (mph) |
119 |
| 0-60 mph |
8.5 |
| BHP |
131 @5500rpm |
| Torque lbft |
144 @3500rpm |
| BHP per ton |
126 |
| Engine capacity CC/CU |
2279/139 |
| Engine type |
Straight 4 Carburettor x 2 |
| Aspiration |
Normal |
| Compression Ratio |
9.2:1 |
| Valve Type/No |
Overhead 8 |
| Transmission (manual/auto) |
Manual |
| No of speeds |
5 |
| Wheels driven |
RWD |
| Brakes F/R |
Disc/Drum |
| No. of Seats |
2+2 |
| Length (in) |
169.4 |
| Width (in) |
64.7 |
| Height (in) |
51.3 |
| Kerb Weight (lbs) |
2295 |
| Additional Info: Ran from 1971-1975. Engines choices ranged from 1.2 to 2.3 litres. The 2.0 litre had 104bhp (0-60 in 11.8 secs, 1/4 mile in 18.4). The 2.3 litre was used in several Firenza's, such as the 2300 Sport SL in 1972, with 122bhp. In 1973 the HP (High Performance) Firenza or Droopsnoot/Droopsnoop as most people call it was introduced with a more aerodynamic front area, having a GRP moulded nose and flush headlamp covers. The Droopsnoot also had many improvements and upgrades over the original Firenza, including an upgraded version of the 2279cc engine. A popular conversion is to fit a Rover V8 into the engine bay. |
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