Rambler American
Rambler American — 2-door sedan; 2-door station wagon; 4-door sedan; 2-door sedan delivery, 195.6 CID I6. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Rambler American
Rambler American is a 2-door sedan; 2-door station wagon; 4-door sedan; 2-door sedan delivery in the compact class. The available vehicle data lists 195.6 CID I6 as an engine configuration, paired with 3-speed manual; 3-speed with overdrive; 4-speed manual; 3-speed automatic; 3-speed semi-automatic and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Rambler American guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 195.6 CID I6 and 3-speed manual; 3-speed with overdrive; 4-speed manual; 3-speed automatic; 3-speed semi-automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Rambler American specifications at a glance
Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.
| Make | Rambler |
|---|---|
| Model | American |
| Model years | Not specified |
| Body style | 2-door sedan; 2-door station wagon; 4-door sedan; 2-door sedan delivery |
| Vehicle class | Compact |
| Manufacturer | American Motors Corporation (AMC) |
| Production | 1958–1969 |
| Market / country | FI, NL, NZ |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Rambler American includes 195.6 CID I6.. Transmission information includes 3-speed manual; 3-speed with overdrive; 4-speed manual; 3-speed automatic; 3-speed semi-automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.
| Engine | 195.6 CID I6 |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 3-speed manual; 3-speed with overdrive; 4-speed manual; 3-speed automatic; 3-speed semi-automatic |
| Drivetrain / layout | FR layout |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 100 in (2,540 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 178.25 in (4,528 mm) |
| Width | 73 in (1,854 mm) |
| Height | 57.32 in (1,456 mm) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 2439-2,554 lb kg 0 |
Rambler American other specifications
| Name | Rambler American |
|---|---|
| Image | 1962 Rambler American Conv-Red.jpg |
| Caption | Second generation: 1962 convertible |
| Aka | Aria and Shahin built by Pars Khodro (Iran) |
Rambler American generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rambler American | 1958–1969 | Not specified | Not specified | FR layout |
| First generation | 1958–1960 | 195.6 CID I6 | Not specified | Not specified |
| Second generation | 1961–1963 | 195.6 CID I6 | Not specified | Not specified |
| Third generation | 1964–1969 | 195.6 CID I6; 199 CID I6; 232 CID I6; 290 CID V8 2-bbl; 290 CID V8 4-bbl; 343 CID V8 4-bbl; 390 CID V8 4-bbl | 3-speed manual; 3-speed with overdrive; 4-speed manual; 3-speed automatic; 3-speed semi-automatic | Not specified |
Rambler American features and equipment
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Recommended tire pressure for Rambler American
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 32 PSI | 30 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 34 PSI | 33 PSI | Estimate |
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