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Simca 1500

General information

ModelSimca 1500
Year1963
Rating53 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1475 ccm (90.00 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1475 ccm (90.00 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power69.00 PS (51 kW or 68 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque124.00 Nm (12.6 kgf-m or 91.5 ft.lbs) at 2600 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0693 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3980 litres (1,052 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight996 kg (2,195.8 pounds)
Overall length4260 mm (167.7 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
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