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Simca 1301

General information

ModelSimca 1301
Year1968
Rating52.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size12950 ccm (790.21 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement12950 ccm (790.21 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.
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke68.1 x 83.0 mm (2.7 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0693 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3980 litres (1,052 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight995 kg (2,193.6 pounds)
Overall length4470 mm (176.0 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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