Fiat 501

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Fiat 501
Fiat 501 Torpedo 1925 2.jpg
Overview
Manufacturer Fiat
Production1919–1926
Body and chassis
Class Small family car (C)
Body style 4-door sedan
2/4-door cabriolet
Layout FR layout
Related Fiat 502
Powertrain
Engine 1460 cc I4
Transmission 4-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase 265 cm (104.3 in)
Curb weight 900 kg (1,984 lb)-1,000 kg (2,205 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor Fiat 70
Successor Fiat 503

The Fiat 501 is a car produced by Fiat between 1919 and 1926. The 501 was Fiat's first model after World War I. Fiat introduced the S and SS sports versions of the 501 in 1921. Fiat produced 47,600 501s in total.

Engines

ModelYearsEngineDisplacementPowerFuel system
5011919-26 sidevalve,
straight-four
1460 cc23 hp (17 kW)single carburetor
501 S1921-2627 hp (20 kW)
501 SS1921-2630 hp (22 kW)

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