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Simca 8 Sport

General information

ModelSimca 8 Sport
Year1949
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1220 ccm (74.44 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1220 ccm (74.44 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power50.00 PS (37 kW or 49 HP) at 4750 Rev. per min.
Max torque88.00 Nm (9.0 kgf-m or 64.9 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression6.8:1
Bore x stroke74.1 x 75.0 mm (2.9 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0526 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3580 litres (946 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight950 kg (2,094.4 pounds)
Overall length4060 mm (159.8 inches)
Overall width1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2450 mm (96.5 inches)
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