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Simca Aronde

General information

ModelSimca Aronde
Year1951
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating53.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1220 ccm (74.44 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1220 ccm (74.44 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power42.00 PS (31 kW or 41 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Max torque83.00 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.2 ft.lbs) at 2600 Rev. per min.
Compression6.8:1
Bore x stroke72.0 x 75.0 mm (2.8 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed117.0 km/h (72.7 mph)
0-50 miles19.0 seconds
0-60 miles29.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0457 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (374.0 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight920 kg (2,028.3 pounds)
Overall length4070 mm (160.2 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2450 mm (96.5 inches)
Fuel capacity39.0 litres (10.30 gallons)
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