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Matra-Simca M 530 1973

General information

ModelMatra-Simca M 530
Year1973
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating53.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1699 ccm (103.67 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement1699 ccm (103.67 cubic inches)
Engine typeV4
Max power72.00 PS (53 kW or 71 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque128.00 Nm (13.1 kgf-m or 94.4 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0770 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4140 litres (1,094 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight935 kg (2,061.3 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1210 mm (47.6 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
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