Vauxhall Viva HB 1600

Vauxhall Viva HB 1600 - key facts

Following it’s introduction in 1968, the Vauxhall Viva HB 1600 continued in production until 1970.
The maximum speed of the Vauxhall Viva HB 1600 was 88 mph.
644,687 of the Vauxhall Viva HB 1600 were produced.

Vauxhall Viva HB 1600 Specifications
Production	644,687 (All HB Vivas except GT)
From	1968
Until	1970
Bodywork
Body Style	Saloon
Dimensions
Length	13ft 5in	4m
Kerb Weight	1955lb/0.873ton	887kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1599cc	98cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead cam
Power Output	83bhp @ 5800rpm	82PS @ 5800rpm
Specific Output	52bhp/litre	0.85bhp/cu in
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight	95bhp/ton
Standing Qtr mile	20.4 seconds
Top speed	88mph	142km/h
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle Coil spring
Brakes	Disc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual or Automatic
Number of gears	4