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Simca 1501

General information

ModelSimca 1501
Year1975
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1489 ccm (90.86 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1489 ccm (90.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power62.00 PS (46 kW or 61 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke74.0 x 75.0 mm (2.9 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0614 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3980 litres (1,052 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1010 kg (2,226.7 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)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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