Panther Rio Especial

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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Panther Rio Especial - key facts

Following it’s introduction in 1975, the Panther Rio Especial continued in production until 1977.
60mph was reached in 9 seconds.
Maximum speed of the Panther Rio Especial was 115 mph.
38 of the Panther Rio Especial were produced.

Panther Rio Especial Specifications
Production	38 (Rio and Rio Especial)
From	1975
Until	1977
Bodywork
Body Style	Saloon
Dimensions
Wheelbase	8ft 01/2in	2.45m
Engine
Engine displacement	1854cc	113cu in
Bore	3.43in	87mm
Stroke	3in	78mm
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead cam
Compression ratio	9:1
Power Output	91bhp @ 5200rpm	90PS @ 5200rpm
Specific Output	49bhp/litre	0.8bhp/cu in
Torque Output	105lbft @ 3500rpm	142Nm @ 3500rpm
Specific Torque	77Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Performance
Acceleration 0-60mph	9 seconds
Top speed	115mph	185km/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 with Overdrive option or Automatic
Number of gears	4