Fiat 521
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Manufacturer | Fiat |
Body type | Various |
Production | from 1928 to 1931 |
The Fiat 521 is a car model produced by Fiat from 1928 to 1931 , with a steel structure . Directly derived from the " 520 " model , it retained many construction features, limiting the innovations to bodywork, equipment and colors.
It became particularly known as it was often used in the ambulance and fire engine versions of the fire brigade , some of which remained in service until 1952 .A in-line, water-cooled six-cylinder engine , and was supplied with a short and long wheelbase, the latter of 3,140 mm . The 2.516 cm³ hexagonal engine delivers 51 hp at 3,400 rpm In addition to the standard versions, many bodybuilders who tried out these chassis , churning out multiple versions, including some coupes and convertibles.
Particularly successful the sedan version with six lights on standard wheelbase, produced by Carrozzeria Bertone that reached 94 km / h , thanks to the weight of 2,000 kg , reasonably content for the time and the impressive size of the car. To complete the instrumentation came with speedometer , clock , petrol and oil level indicators and in some versions the thermometer for the outside temperature. Was Replaced by Fiat 522