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Simca Aronde Cabriolet

General information

ModelSimca Aronde Cabriolet
Year1959
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating51.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1290 ccm (78.72 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1290 ccm (78.72 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power57.7 PS (42 kW or 57 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0611 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Passenger space3840 litres (1,015 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (358.3 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight950 kg (2,094.4 pounds)
Overall length4270 mm (168.1 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2450 mm (96.5 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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