The '65 Corvair Corsa's flat-six could be ordered with four separate single-throat carburetors plus bigger valves and dual exhaust — an exotic setup for what was otherwise a compact economy car.
Median 120 hp across 69 similar cars
Lead trim: Corsa 2.7 four-carburettor · up to 180 hp
Chevrolet Corvair Corsa1965–1966
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FactThe '65 Corvair Corsa's flat-six could be ordered with four separate single-throat carburetors plus bigger valves and dual exhaust — an exotic setup for what was otherwise a compact economy car.
The second-generation Corvair, redesigned for 1965, with the Corsa as the sporting model. Power peaked with the 1965–66 turbocharged 180 hp Corsa engine option. The 140 hp naturally aspirated Corsa engine used four single-throat carburettors, larger valves and a dual exhaust system.
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Trims & Figures
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| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corsa 2.7 four-carburettor | 1965–1966 | 2.7 L Flat-6 | 140 hp | 160 lb-ft | — | RWD | — | — |
| Corsa 2.7 turbo | 1965–1966 | 2.7 L Flat-6 | 180 hp | 232 lb-ft | — | RWD | — | — |
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The '65 Corvair Corsa's flat-six could be ordered with four separate single-throat carburetors plus bigger valves and dual exhaust — an exotic setup for what was otherwise a compact economy car.
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Rivals
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