This 1.5 MT (59 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Hatchback, which was produced by Renault from 1965 to 1971. In addition to this engine, 3 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
Power & fuel consumption
Fuel tank capacity
50litre
Fuel
92 RON
Top speed
142km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)
16.9second
Engine
Displacement
1470cm3
Engine power
59bhp
RPM at max power
from 5 000RPM
Maximum torque
104Nm
RPM at max torque
2800RPM
Engine type
Gasoline
Cylinder layout
Inline
Injection type
Carburetor
Number of cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
2
Bore
76mm
Stroke
81mm
Gearbox & drivetrain
Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
4
Drive wheels
Front-wheel drive
Body
Seats
5
Length
4229mm
Width
1651mm
Height
1359mm
Wheelbase
2718mm
Front track
1334mm
Rear track
1283mm
Ground clearance
145mm
Kerb weight
980kg
Body type
Hatchback
Suspension & brakes
Front suspension
Independent, Torsion
Rear suspension
Torsion beam
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
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