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Talbot Simca 1000 1.3 Rallye 3 (103 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)
1000 Overview:
Talbot Simca (1000). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
As a vehicle from the 1970s, the Talbot Simca 1000 predates modern safety standards and Euro NCAP testing. It would lack contemporary safety features like airbags, ABS, or advanced crumple zones, offering only basic passive safety for its occupants.
1.3 Rallye 3 (103 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Exceptional performance for a compact car of its era, a true homologation special.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption due to its performance focus, but thrilling to drive.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic rear-engine, RWD layout offers unique handling.
- • Wide range of engines, from economical to high-performance Rallye models.
- • Compact size makes it agile and easy to maneuver in urban environments.
- • Strong rally heritage, especially with the Rallye 2 and 3 variants.
- • Good collector's item, particularly the performance trims.
Cons:
- • Lacks modern safety features and crash protection.
- • Basic comfort and amenities compared to contemporary vehicles.
- • Rear-engine layout can lead to challenging handling characteristics for inexperienced drivers.
- • Parts availability can be difficult for certain components due to age.
- • Fuel economy on performance models is not competitive by modern standards.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Sunbeam: 1977 - 1981).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Talbot |
| Model: | Simca |
| Generation: | 1000 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 Rallye 3 (103 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1978 |
| End of production: | 1978 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 103 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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