Simca 1000

Simca 1000 - key facts

Following it’s introduction in 1961, the Simca 1000 continued in production until 1963.
The maximum speed of the Simca 1000 was 74 mph.
A total of 1,642,091 units were manufactured ((All variants)).

Simca 1000 Specifications
Production	1,642,091 (All variants)
From	1961
Until	1963
Bodywork
Body Style	Saloon
Dimensions
Length	12ft 6in	3.81m
Kerb Weight	1568lb/0.7ton	711kg
Engine
Engine displacement	944cc	58cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	35bhp @ 4800rpm	35PS @ 4800rpm
Specific Output	37bhp/litre	0.61bhp/cu in
Torque Output	47lbft @ 2750rpm	64Nm @ 2750rpm
Specific Torque	68Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight	50bhp/ton
Standing Qtr mile	23.5 seconds
Top speed	74mph	119km/h
Chassis
Engine location	Rear
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Transverse Leaf
Rear Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Brakes	Drums front and rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual
Number of gears	4