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Talbot Simca 1501 Break/tourisme 1.5 Autom. (72 Hp)
Overall Rating
Talbot Simca:
Simca was a French automaker, founded in November 1934 by Fiat S. p. A. and directed from July 1935 to May 1963 by Italian Henri Pigozzi. Simca was affiliated with Fiat and, after Simca bought Ford's French subsidiary, became increasingly controlled by Chrysler. In 1970, Simca became a brand of Chrysler's European business, ending its period as an independent company. Simca disappeared in 1978, when Chrysler divested its European operations to another French automaker, PSA Peugeot Citroën. PSA replaced the Simca brand with Talbot after a short period when some models were badged as Simca-Talbots....(Read more on Wikipedia)
1501 Break/tourisme Overview:
Talbot Simca (1501 Break/tourisme). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 Autom. (72 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a smoother, more relaxed driving experience due to the automatic transmission, with slightly better power for cruising.
Fuel Economy
The automatic transmission likely results in slightly higher fuel consumption compared to manual variants.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body
- • Reasonable engine range for its time
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Good visibility
- • Simple, robust mechanics
Cons:
- • Dated safety features
- • Modest performance by modern standards
- • Susceptible to rust (common for the era)
- • Limited availability of parts today
- • Basic interior amenities
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(1000: 1961 - 1972).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Talbot |
| Model: | Simca |
| Generation: | 1501 Break/tourisme |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 Autom. (72 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1966 |
| End of production: | 1972 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 72 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
Fuel, speed, and comfort: How does the Talbot Simca rank in your book?