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Simca Horizon GLS

General information

ModelSimca Horizon GLS
Year1978
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1442 ccm (87.99 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1442 ccm (87.99 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power70.00 PS (51 kW or 69 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque116 Nm (11.8 kgf-m or 85.6 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke76.7 x 78.0 mm (3.0 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed155.0 km/h (96.3 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0718 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3410 litres (901 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (401.6 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight975 kg (2,149.5 pounds)
Overall length3970 mm (156.3 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity47.0 litres (12.42 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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