Porsche 356 1300S ~ 1953-1955
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The 356 1300S was unveiled at the Paris Salon in October 1953. It boasted a 1300cc engine that produced 60bhp.
For the 1954 model year, all 356s were treated to additional sound insulation, more comfortable seats, passenger seatbelts and two coathooks – Porsche was realising that, to widen the appeal of its cars, it had to offer comforts and luxuries. Other changes included Bosch horns, a pneumatic fuel gauge and better windscreen washers.
- Rear-mounted, air-cooled flat-four with two Solex downdraft carburettors
Compression ratio: 6.5:1
Maximum Power: 60bhp @ 5500rpm
Brakes: Front: drums; rear: drums
Suspension: Front: Double trailing arms with torsion bar springs, telescopic dampers and anti-roll bar; Rear: Swing axles with torsion bar springs and telescopic dampers
Wheels: Front: 16”. Rear: 16”
Length: 3950mm
Width: 1660mm
Weight: >830kg
