1974 Chevrolet Vega Hatchback
The 1974 Vega Hatchback was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $2492. 63,591 produced.
1V11B4U440435
140 cu.in. I4 85 HP (B)
Engine
Hatchback
Body
Lordstown, OH
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1974 Chevrolet Vega
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | V11 | Vega |
| Engine Code | B | 140 cu.in. I4 85 HP (B) |
| Year Code | 4 | 1974 |
| Plant Code | U | Lordstown, OH |
| Serial Number | 440435 | Unit #440435 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelVega
Year1974
Body StyleHatchback
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine140 cu.in. I4 85 HP (B)
Cylinders4
Displacement140 cu.in. CID
Horsepower85 HP
ConfigurationI4
Carburetor2-barrel
Assembly PlantLordstown, OH
Plant CodeU
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
Specifications
Dimensions
Production63591
Weight2313
Width65.4
Wheelbase97
Height51.9
Length175.4
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio2.5
Transmission2.4
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio2.53
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
1st Gear Ratio3.24
3rd Gear Ratio1
Reverse Ratio3.47
Gears3
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeA78 x 13B
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Service BrakesFront disc rear self-adjusting drum
Brake Drum Size9
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity3
Fuel Capacity16
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cooling6.5 Quarts, Centrifugal water pump
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTube and center
Fuel TypeRegular
ExhaustSingle
Battery12
Equipment
EquipmentRadio, Air conditioning, Power steering
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Antique White, Bright Aqua Metallic, Bright Blue Metallic, Bright Green Metallic, Bright Orange, Bright Yellow, Bronze Metallic, Cosworth Silver Metallic, Cream Beige, Dark Taupe Metallic, Golden Brown Metallic, Light Blue Metallic, Light Gold Metallic, Lime Yellow, Medium Blue, Medium Green, Medium Green Metallic, Medium Red, Medium Red Metallic, Midnight Blue Metallic, Sandstone, Silver Metallic, Tuxedo Black
Pricing
MSRP$2492.00
Other
Fbsize9 11/16
Body
Seating6
Doors2
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.