Murtaya
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The Murtaya is a lightweight, AWD, turbocharged flat-4 roadster based on the GC-generation (1992–2000) Subaru Impreza WRX STi
. The Murtaya is the only low volume MSA approved category 2, specialist rally car currently available. The Murtaya Sports car is built, sold and is currently being further developed by Murtaya Sports Cars Ltd based near Exeter, Devon
, as Adrenaline Motorsport—having just taken over rights to the Feroce—decided that the Delfino had enough shortcomings to warrant a redesign. The Minari—of which Adrenaline Motorsport also had the rights—was also used as inspiration.
The Murtaya project was led by Neil Yates, Managing Director of Adrenaline Motorsport, and Tom Taylor, Head Eengineer of Adrenaline Motorsport. Daniel Muir was the Head Designer of the Murtaya; his past credits includes the first generation Lotus Elise
and Aston Martin
models.
The Murtaya is literally created by these three people: the name 'Murtaya' is actually the conglomeration of the three directors' surnames (MUR from Muir, TA from Taylor, YA from Yates).
The IPR to the Murtaya in its entirety was adopted by one of the early investors after the demise of Adrenaline Motorsport in 2010. Determined not to let the unique car be forgotten, the investor started Murtaya Sports Cars Limited. Based near Exeter in Devon, Murtaya Sports Cars Ltd is now producing the kits and factory built cars as well as further developing the car in order to take it to the next level.
The Murtaya was initially created as a kit car for financial reasons, but it is currently offered in many different types of packages:
The type of donor car used as a basis also affects the resulting Murtaya. Standard naturally aspirated Impreza models can be used (AWD with about 150 hp and 5-speed manual transmissions). The next step up is a WRX model (usually with horsepower in the lower 200's and a 5-speed manual). The WRX STi donor will have an upper 200 hp flat-four and a 5/6-speed transmission. The highest spec donor would be an STi Type-RA or Type-R, which will have a six-speed transmission and a driver controlled central differential and limited-slip front and rear differentials. Adrenaline Motorsport sells Murtayas in even higher states of tune (up to and exceeding 400 hp).
Subaru Impreza WRX STI
The Subaru Impreza WRX STI, has the highest trim in the Subaru Impreza compact car line, produced by Japanese automaker Subaru.In the late 1980s, Subaru created the Subaru Tecnica International division to coordinate development for the FIA World Rally Championship and other motorsports activities...
. The Murtaya is the only low volume MSA approved category 2, specialist rally car currently available. The Murtaya Sports car is built, sold and is currently being further developed by Murtaya Sports Cars Ltd based near Exeter, Devon
History
Originally known under the codename AMS1, the Murtaya was first announced to the world on April 11, 2006 as a kit car that would be based on the Subaru Impreza. The Murtaya was basically a complete rework of the Delfino FeroceDelfino Feroce
The Delfino Feroce is a British sports car manufactured by Delfino. It is built upon the Subaru Impreza chassis and is powered by a turbocharged flat-4 engine. It is capable of a 0-60 mph time of under 4 seconds....
, as Adrenaline Motorsport—having just taken over rights to the Feroce—decided that the Delfino had enough shortcomings to warrant a redesign. The Minari—of which Adrenaline Motorsport also had the rights—was also used as inspiration.
The Murtaya project was led by Neil Yates, Managing Director of Adrenaline Motorsport, and Tom Taylor, Head Eengineer of Adrenaline Motorsport. Daniel Muir was the Head Designer of the Murtaya; his past credits includes the first generation Lotus Elise
Lotus Elise
The 1996 Lotus Elise weighed . Because of its relatively low weight, it was able to accelerate 0- in 5.8 seconds despite its relatively low power output of...
and Aston Martin
Aston Martin
Aston Martin Lagonda Limited is a British manufacturer of luxury sports cars, based in Gaydon, Warwickshire. The company name is derived from the name of one of the company's founders, Lionel Martin, and from the Aston Hill speed hillclimb near Aston Clinton in Buckinghamshire...
models.
The Murtaya is literally created by these three people: the name 'Murtaya' is actually the conglomeration of the three directors' surnames (MUR from Muir, TA from Taylor, YA from Yates).
The IPR to the Murtaya in its entirety was adopted by one of the early investors after the demise of Adrenaline Motorsport in 2010. Determined not to let the unique car be forgotten, the investor started Murtaya Sports Cars Limited. Based near Exeter in Devon, Murtaya Sports Cars Ltd is now producing the kits and factory built cars as well as further developing the car in order to take it to the next level.
Composition
The basis of the Murtaya consists of a GRP monocoque tub with a front spaceframe that contains the engine. The front suspension attaches to the spaceframe while the rear suspension attaches directly to the monocoque tub.The Murtaya was initially created as a kit car for financial reasons, but it is currently offered in many different types of packages:
- People can buy the comprehensive Murtaya kit (or several different modular versions of the kit) and assemble their Murtaya themselves; the Murtaya is a single-donor car, meaning that you do not need to match parts from various donor cars in order to complete the car (like many kit cars out there).
- A rolling chassis build is also available for people who want to finish the build themselves.
- Fully finished turn-key builds are also available.
- In some markets (Middle East, etc.), the Murtaya can be bought as a brand new car (i.e., even the donor car is brand new).
Specifications
The Murtaya is offered in many different variations. The two major types are the road car spec and the track car spec. The former offers a full windshield and things like AC, leather, sound insulation, power windows, central locking, etc. The latter has only a small windscreen and cuts out options to save weight.The type of donor car used as a basis also affects the resulting Murtaya. Standard naturally aspirated Impreza models can be used (AWD with about 150 hp and 5-speed manual transmissions). The next step up is a WRX model (usually with horsepower in the lower 200's and a 5-speed manual). The WRX STi donor will have an upper 200 hp flat-four and a 5/6-speed transmission. The highest spec donor would be an STi Type-RA or Type-R, which will have a six-speed transmission and a driver controlled central differential and limited-slip front and rear differentials. Adrenaline Motorsport sells Murtayas in even higher states of tune (up to and exceeding 400 hp).
| Trim | dry Weight | Power | Transmission | Estimated 0-60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Road Car | 925 kg (2035 lbs) | 276 hp | 5-Speed | 4.1 sec |
| Road Car | 925 kg (2035 lbs) | 350 hp | 6-Speed | 3.5 sec |
| Track Car | 850 kg (1870 lbs) | 395 hp | 6-Speed | 2.7 sec |
Sources
- Murtaya Sports Cars (MSC Ltd) Official Site
- Adrenaline Motorsport Official Site
- Middle Eastern Murtaya Distributor
- New Zealand Murtaya Owner Site
- Murtaya Owner Site
- The Car Connection
- The Auto Channel
- Cornwall Business
- Japanese Performance Magazine, March 2007, "Flat-Four Flair"