Panther Rio Especial

A Panther Rio Especial at Bromley 2010. The Rio was Triumph Dolomite based, with the Especial based on the Dolomite Sprint.

A Panther Rio Especial at Bromley 2010. The Rio was Triumph Dolomite based, with the Especial based on the Dolomite Sprint.

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A Panther Rio Especial at Bromley 2010. The Rio was Triumph Dolomite based, with the Especial based on the Dolomite Sprint.
Rear view of a Panther Rio Especial at Bromley 2010. The Rio was Triumph Dolomite based, with the Especial based on the Dolomite Sprint.

Panther Rio Especial - key facts

  • First introduced in 1975, the Panther Rio Especial ended production in 1977.
  • The Panther Rio Especial accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 9 seconds.
  • Maximum speed of the Panther Rio Especial was 115 mph.
  • A total of 38 units were manufactured ((Rio and Rio Especial)).
Panther Rio Especial Specifications
Production 38
(Rio and Rio Especial)
From 1975
Until 1977
Bodywork
Body StyleSaloon
Dimensions
Wheelbase8ft 01/2in2.45m
Engine
Engine displacement1854cc113cu in
Bore3.43in87mm
Stroke3in78mm
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead cam
Compression ratio9:1
Power Output91bhp @ 5200rpm90PS @ 5200rpm
Specific Output49bhp/litre0.8bhp/cu in
Torque Output105lbft @ 3500rpm142Nm @ 3500rpm
Specific Torque77Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Performance
Acceleration 0-60mph9 seconds
Top speed115mph185km/h
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionBeam axle Coil spring
BrakesDisc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual with Overdrive option or Automatic
Number of gears4
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