Simca 1501 Special
Simca 1501 Special — 4-door saloon5-door estate, 2.4 L ''Aquilon'' sv V8. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Simca 1501 Special
Simca 1501 Special is a 4-door saloon5-door estate in the executive car (e) class. The available vehicle data lists 2.4 L ''Aquilon'' sv V8 as an engine configuration, paired with 3-speed manual''Rush-Matic'' automatic and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Simca 1501 Special guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 2.4 L ''Aquilon'' sv V8 and 3-speed manual''Rush-Matic'' automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Simca 1501 Special specifications at a glance
Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.
| Make | Simca |
|---|---|
| Model | 1501 Special |
| Model years | Not specified |
| Body style | 4-door saloon5-door estate |
| Vehicle class | Executive car (E) |
| Manufacturer | Simca |
| Production | 1954–1961 (France); 1959–1966 (Brazil) |
| Market / country | NL, NZ |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Simca 1501 Special includes 2.4 L ''Aquilon'' sv V8.. Transmission information includes 3-speed manual''Rush-Matic'' automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.
| Engine | 2.4 L ''Aquilon'' sv V8 |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 3-speed manual''Rush-Matic'' automatic |
| Drivetrain / layout | FR layout |
Simca 1501 Special other specifications
| Image | Simca Versailles aka Simca Vedette Versailles 2351cc 1956.jpg |
|---|---|
| Caption | A 1956 Simca Versailles V8 |
| Name | Simca Vedette |
| Aka | Ford Vedette |
Recommended tire pressure for Simca 1501 Special
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 |
Frequently asked questions about Simca 1501 Special
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