Able (1920 automobile)

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Able
Overview
Also calledToulouse
Production1920–1927
Designer Paul Toulouse
Body and chassis
Class Cyclecar
Powertrain
Engine 1,100 cc (67 cu in)–1,500 cc (92 cu in)

The Able was a small French cyclecar made in Avignon by Paul Toulouse, built between 1920 and 1927.

It was a fairly ordinary 4-cylinder light car that utilized engines from companies such as SCAP, Chapuis-Dornier and CIME, ranging from 1100 cc to 1500 cc. Some cars were sold under the name "Toulouse".

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