1947
Renault 4CV
Designed in secret during the German occupation of France, the 4CV emerged as post-war France's answer to the Volkswagen Beetle. Its rear-mounted water-cooled engine, unitary body, and independent suspension were genuinely modern. Over one million were built, saving Renault and reviving French motoring.
Economy Car
Technical Specifications
| Engine | 0.76L OHV Inline-4 (749) |
| Displacement | 760 cc |
| Horsepower | 19 hp |
| Torque | 47 Nm |
| Transmission | 3-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 100 km/h |
| Length | 3,615 mm |
| Width | 1,480 mm |
| Height | 1,470 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,100 mm |
| Curb Weight | 540 kg |
| MSRP Range | 185,000 Francs (1947 France) |