Super 1600
Entry-level rally formula for young drivers.
Super 1600, also referred to as S1600, is a rally car formula introduced by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile in 2000. It was primarily used in the Junior World Rally Championship from 2001 to 2010, as well as in international rallycross and various national championships. The formula served as an entry point for young drivers into international rallying, with any manufacturer able to develop a specification from a suitable production model.
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- Junior World Rally Championship formula (2001–2010)
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Technical details
Super 1600 cars are production-based, requiring homologation in Group A or N before modification within the formula's technical regulations. A suitable passenger car must have one driven axle, a naturally aspirated 4-cylinder engine with a maximum volume of 1640cc, and a minimum production run of 2500 vehicles. The standard gearbox is replaced by a sequential manual unit with up to six forward ratios. The engine may be modified to produce a maximum of 230hp, and the exhaust is limited to 100dB at 4500rpm. The production bodyshell is retained but fitted with a roll cage, and bodywork width may be increased for aerodynamic efficiency. Minimum weight is 980kg, or 920kg if the engine has only two valves per cylinder. This is typically 50 to 100kg less than the production version; for example, the 1.6L Citroën C2 weighs 1084kg. Cars may be developed in-house, by contracted specialists, or independently with manufacturer approval. The Citroën C2 was developed in-house, the Ford Fiesta by M-Sport, and the Opel Corsa independently without GM assistance.
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