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Simca 1309 SX

General information

ModelSimca 1309 SX
Year1977
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1592 ccm (97.14 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1592 ccm (97.14 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power88.00 PS (65 kW or 87 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque134.00 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 98.8 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.4:1
Bore x stroke80.6 x 78.0 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0804 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3410 litres (901 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1095 kg (2,414.1 pounds)
Overall length4250 mm (167.3 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2610 mm (102.8 inches)
Fuel capacity58.0 litres (15.32 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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