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Simca 1309 1.4

General information

ModelSimca 1309 1.4
Year1975
Rating53 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

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

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1442 ccm (87.99 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power84.20 PS (62 kW or 83 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque122.00 Nm (12.4 kgf-m or 90.0 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke76.7 x 78.0 mm (3.0 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0802 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4370 litres (1,155 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1056 kg (2,328.1 pounds)
Overall length4260 mm (167.7 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 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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