Simca 1501
Simca 1501 - key facts
- Introduced in 1966, the end came for the Simca 1501 in 1975.
- Maximum speed of the Simca 1501 was 90 mph.
| Simca 1501 Specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| From | 1966 | |
| Until | 1975 | |
| Bodywork | ||
| Body Style | Saloon/Estate | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 13ft 10in | 4m |
| Kerb Weight | 2194lb/0.979ton | 995kg |
| Engine | ||
| Engine displacement | 1475cc | 90cu in |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | |
| Valve operation | Overhead valve | |
| Power Output | 81bhp @ 5400rpm | 80PS @ 5400rpm |
| Specific Output | 55bhp/litre | 0.9bhp/cu in |
| Torque Output | 90lbft @ 3000rpm | 122Nm @ 3000rpm |
| Specific Torque | 83Nm/litre | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | |
| Fuel system | Single Carburettor | |
| Performance | ||
| Power to weight | 83bhp/ton | |
| Standing Qtr mile | 20.5 seconds | |
| Top speed | 90mph | 145km/h |
| Chassis | ||
| Engine location | Front | |
| Engine alignment | Longitudinal | |
| Driven wheels | Rear | |
| Front Suspension | Independent Coil Spring | |
| Rear Suspension | Beam axle Coil spring | |
| Brakes | Drums front and rear | |
| Gearbox type | 4 speed Manual | |
| Number of gears | 4 | |
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