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Moskvich 2140 1.5 (75 Hp)
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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)
2140 Overview:
Moskvich 2140 (2140). 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 2140 was produced long before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997. As such, it lacks modern safety features like airbags, ABS, or crumple zones, offering only basic passive safety typical for its era.
1.5 (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.5-liter engine provides very modest performance, with a leisurely 0-100 km/h acceleration in 19 seconds. It's adequate for basic transport but struggles with modern traffic demands.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is a significant drawback, with a combined consumption of 10.2 l/100 km. This is high for an engine of its power output, reflecting older carburettor technology.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and simple mechanicals, easy to repair
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Good ground clearance for varied road conditions
- • Classic Soviet car appeal for enthusiasts
- • Affordable to purchase (historically)
Cons:
- • Very low performance and acceleration
- • High fuel consumption for its power output
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Basic comfort and interior amenities
- • Prone to rust and some reliability issues over time
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Moskvich |
| Model: | 2140 |
| Generation: | 2140 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1976 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 50.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 108 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | UZA M-412 |
| 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 |
| Compression ratio: | 8.8:1 |
| 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: | 14.4 kg/Hp, 69.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10 kg/Nm, 100 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 18.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1080 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 46 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4250 mm mm |
| Width: | 1550 mm mm |
| Height: | 1480 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm mm |
| 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 | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Steering type | Worm-reduction unit |
| Tires size | 165/80 R13 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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