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Simca 1308

General information

ModelSimca 1308
Year1979
Rating52.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1292 ccm (78.84 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1292 ccm (78.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power68.00 PS (50 kW or 67 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque107.00 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 78.9 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke76.7 x 70.0 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0654 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1040 kg (2,292.8 pounds)
Overall length4260 mm (167.7 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)
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