Grade | Toyota Sports 800 | |
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Model type & weight |
Model type | UP15 |
Curb mass(kg) | 580 | |
Dimensions | Length(mm) | 3580 |
Width(mm) | 1465 | |
Height(mm) | 1175 | |
Wheelbase(mm) | 2000 | |
Engine | Engine code | U |
Engine type | Air-cooled, horizontally opposed 2-cylinder, twin-carburetor | |
Displacement(cm3) | 790 | |
Max. output kW(PS)/r.p.m. | -/45/5400 |
* | The specifications are those of representative model grades. |
* | Max. output represents a net rating. In the above table, digits separated by slashes ( / / ) stand for kW, PS, and r.p.m., respectively. |
* | The model numbers of these vehicles are UP15(800). |
Plant | Kanto Auto Works,Ltd. |
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"Sports 800" stands for "Sports coupe " of 800cc engine.
In converting the concept car into the production model, the sliding canopy was replaced with regular doors and a detachable roof. By mounting a highly aerodynamic body on the Publica-based platform and substantially reducing the weight, the Toyota Sports 800 not only produced a maximum speed of 155 km/h but also achieved excellent fuel economy.
Because of its sports car-grade performance and the detachable roof that gave easy access to open-top driving, the Toyota Sports 800 proved very popular, mainly among young drivers. The car also performed extremely well in motor sports, especially in long distance races where its reliability and fuel economy worked to its advantage. In the Fuji 24-hour race in 1967, a Toyota Sports 800 finished third after two Toyota 2000GTs.