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The Fiat 509 was a model of car produced by Italian automotive manufacturer Fiat between 1925 and 1929 as a replacement for the 501. Approximately 90,000 of the model were sold. In 1926 the car was upgraded to the 509A. For 1928, the 509 was offered with standard insurance, also.[1]
| Fiat 509 | |
|---|---|
 Fiat 509 Spider 1925 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Fiat |
| Production | 1924–1929 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Small family car (C) |
| Body style | 2/4-door sedan 2/4-door cabriolet 2-door spyder |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 990 cc SOHC I4 |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 255 cm (100.4 in) |
| Curb weight | 650 kg (1,430 lb)-800 kg (1,800 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Fiat 501 |
| Successor | Fiat 508 |
In addition to as the standard car, there were 509S and 509SM sports models, as well as taxi and commercial versions.
Engines edit
The Fiat 509 was fitted with a 990 cc overhead cam engine.
| Model | Years | Engine | Displacement | Power | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 509 | 1924-29 | inline-four SOHC | 990 cc | 22 PS (16 kW) | single carburetor |
| 509 S | 1925-29 | inline-four SOHC | 990 cc | 27 PS (20 kW) | single carburetor |
| 509 SM | 1925-29 | inline-four SOHC | 990 cc | 30 PS (22 kW) | single carburetor |
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Fiat 509 at the European Motor Show Brussels 2006; this particular car is painted to resemble Gaston Lagaffe's car -
Fiat 509 Spider -
Fiat 509 SM 1925 -
Fiat 509 Coupé Royal 1929 Pourtout
References edit
- ^ G.N. Georgano Cars: Early and Vintage, 1886-1930. (London: Grange-Universal, 1990), p.8
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