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Moskvich 2140 6 1.5 (68 Hp)
Overall Rating
Moskvich 2140:
Moskvitch or Moskvich is a Soviet/Russian automobile brand produced by AZLK from 1946 to 1991 and by OAO Moskvitch from 1991 to 2001. Production later resumed in 2022. The current article incorporates information about both the brand and the joint-stock successor of AZLK.
OAO Moskvitch is the name of a privatized venture given to the former factory to avoid legal issues after the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991. Since the factory had no assembly branches outside Russia after 1991, its name is largely used today to refer to the building located in the lower eastern part of Moscow....(Read more on Wikipedia)
6 Overview:
Moskvich 2140 (6). With 108 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1080 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 19 s). The top speed reaches 140 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Moskvich 21406 was produced long before modern safety standards and Euro NCAP testing began. It lacks contemporary safety features like airbags, ABS, or advanced crumple zones, offering only basic passive safety.
1.5 (68 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.5-liter carburettor engine delivers a modest 68 Hp, resulting in sluggish acceleration (0-100 km/h in 19 seconds) and a top speed of 140 km/h, suitable only for unhurried driving.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 10.2 l/100 km, this engine is quite thirsty by modern standards, reflecting older carburettor technology and less efficient design.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and simple mechanicals
- • Large trunk capacity (600 l)
- • Easy to repair and maintain
- • Good ground clearance for varied road conditions
- • Affordable ownership for its time
Cons:
- • Very poor acceleration and top speed
- • High fuel consumption for its power output
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Basic interior comfort and amenities
- • Outdated design and technology
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(2140: 1976 - 1988).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Moskvich |
| Model: | 2140 |
| Generation: | 6 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (68 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1978 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 68 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 108 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1479 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 70 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 19 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 19 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 140 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.9 kg/Hp, 63 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10 kg/Nm, 100 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 18.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1080 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 600 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 46 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4250 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1550 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1480 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1270 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1270 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Worm-reduction unit |
| Tires size | 165/80 R13 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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