The Fireflite sedan offers a spacious and comfortable interior, with seating for up to six passengers. It boasts a long list of standard features, including a powerful engine and a comprehensive suite of safety technologies. Its comfortable ride and spacious interior make it ideal for families or those seeking a reliable and affordable daily driver.
Specs
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
6
Doors
4
Length
5471 mm 215.39 in.
Width
2017 mm 79.41 in.
Height
1397 mm 55 in.
Wheelbase
3099 mm 122.01 in.
Front Track
1549 mm 60.98 in.
Rear Track
1516 mm 59.69 in.
Front Overhang
881 mm 34.69 in.
Rear Overhang
1491 mm 58.7 in.
Min Turning Circle
14.3 m 46.92 ft.
Approach Angle
15.6°
Departure Angle
10.4°
Ramp Over Angle
12.4°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
132 mm 5.2 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Fireflite is a high-performance sports car known for its sleek design and powerful engine. It boasts a spacious interior and advanced technology features.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The 1955 Chrysler Fireflite is a powerful and stylish car with an 8-cylinder engine producing 295 horsepower and 529 Nm of torque. It features a V-engine configuration with a compression ratio of 10:1 and naturally aspirated engine. The car has a rear-wheel drive and a 2-speed automatic transmission. The suspension system consists of independent torsion bars in the front and leaf springs in the rear.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
295 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
49.9 Hp/l
Torque
529 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 390.17 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Displacement
5916 cm3 361.02 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
104.65 mm 4.12 in.
Piston Stroke
85.85 mm 3.38 in.
Compression Ratio
10
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
Engine Oil Capacity
4.7 l 4.97 US qt | 4.14 UK qt
Coolant
16.1 l 17.01 US qt | 14.17 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
2 gears, automatic transmission PowerFlite
Front Suspension
Independent torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with conventional braking and steering systems. The drum brakes at both front and rear provide adequate stopping power, while the worm-reduction unit steering offers precise handling.
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Front Brakes
Drum, 279 mm
Rear Brakes
Drum, 279 mm
Steering Type
Worm-reduction unit
Weight & Capacity
The 1955 Chevrolet Fireflite is a full-size car with a spacious trunk boot space of 929 liters (32.81 cu. ft.) and a fuel tank capacity of 87 liters (22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal).
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Trunk Boot Space Maximum
929 l 32.81 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
87 l 22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Fireflite Four-Door HardTop
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The Fireflite was first introduced in the mid-20th century.
The Fireflite was known for its powerful engine options and luxurious features.
The Fireflite is popular among car enthusiasts for its classic style and powerful performance.
The Fireflite runs on petrol (gasoline).
Performance specifications are not included in the context.
Feature information is not available in the given context.
The Chrysler Fireflite has an internal combustion engine with a V-engine configuration.
The Chrysler Fireflite has a 2-speed automatic transmission.
The Chrysler Fireflite has an independent torsion bar suspension in the front and a leaf spring suspension in the rear.
The Fireflite features drum brakes at both the front and rear.
The Fireflite is equipped with a worm-reduction unit steering system.
The front and rear brake rotors measure 279 mm in diameter.
1955-1961
Mid-level model
DeSoto Adventurer
The trunk boot space of the 1955 Chevrolet Fireflite is 929 liters (32.81 cu. ft.).
The fuel tank capacity of the 1955 Chevrolet Fireflite is 87 liters (22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal).
The 1955 Chevrolet Fireflite is a classic car, and as with any vintage vehicle, its reliability depends on maintenance and upkeep.
