Fiat 6 HP

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Fiat 6 HP
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Overview
Manufacturer Fiat
Production1900–1901
20 produced
Designer Aristide Faccioli
Body and chassis
Body style Phaeton
Layout RWD
Powertrain
Engine straight-2 1082 cc [1]
Transmission 3-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase 1,750 mm (69 in) [1]
Length2,810 mm (111 in) [1]
Width1,450 mm (57 in) [1]
Height1,620 mm (64 in) [1]
Curb weight 1,000 kg (2,205 lb) [1]
Chronology
Predecessor Fiat 3½ HP
Successor Fiat 8 HP

The Fiat 6 HP is a car produced by the Italian manufacturer Fiat from 1900 to 1901. Fiat also produced a special racing model, the 6 HP Corsa. The Corsa was driven in competition by noted drivers, including Vincenzo Lancia and Felice Nazzaro.

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References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 "Technical specifications of 1900 Fiat 6 HP". carfolio.com. Retrieved 2008-03-24.