This 1.0 MT (44 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Hatchback (3-door), which was produced by Renault from 1972 to 1985. In addition to this engine, 16 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.
| Body type | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 4 |
| Length | 3520mm |
| Width | 1519mm |
| Height | 1410mm |
| Wheelbase | 2421mm |
| Front track | 1280mm |
| Rear track | 1250mm |
| Ground clearance | 145mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 900litre |
| Min. boot capacity | 215litre |
| Kerb weight | 775kg |
| Gross weight | 1175kg |
| Displacement | 400kg |
| Permitted road-train weight | 1875kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 956cm3 |
| Engine power | 44bhp |
| Injection type | Carburetor |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| RPM at max power | from 5 500RPM |
| Maximum torque | 63Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3500RPM |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore | 65mm |
| Stroke | 72mm |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 9.75m |
| Front brakes | Disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Front suspension | Torsion, Stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension | Dampers |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.2litre |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity | 38litre |
| Cruising range | from 460km |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
| Top speed | 136km/h |
| City | 9.8 litres / 100km |
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Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.