Moskvich 408 408 IE
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Moskvich - 408 IE

Details-
BrandMoskvich
Model408
Generation408 IE
Modification1.4 (50 Hp)
Start Of Production1969
End Of Production1975

Performance

The 408 model is a compact car with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 33 seconds. Its top speed is 120 km/h, making it suitable for city driving and short trips.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh33 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph33 sec
Max Speed120 km/h 74.56 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car is a Sedan model with a body type and can seat up to 5 passengers with 4 doors. The car has a length of 4090 mm (161.02 in.), a width of 1550 mm (61.02 in.), and a height of 1480 mm (58.27 in.). The wheelbase is 2400 mm (94.49 in.), with a front track of 1237 mm (48.7 in.) and a rear track of 1277 mm (50.28 in.).

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4090 mm 161.02 in.
Width1550 mm 61.02 in.
Height1480 mm 58.27 in.
Wheelbase2400 mm 94.49 in.
Front Track1237 mm 48.7 in.
Rear Track1277 mm 50.28 in.

Fuel Consumption

None

Specs-
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The car specs indicate a moderately powerful and efficient engine with a displacement of 1.358 liters and 4 cylinders. It features a naturally aspirated engine with 50 horsepower and 92 Nm of torque, driving the rear wheels through a 4-speed manual transmission. The engine is longitudinally mounted at the front of the vehicle.

Specs-
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power50 Hp @ 4750 rpm.
Power Per Litre36.8 Hp/l
Torque92 Nm @ 2750 rpm. 67.86 lb.-ft. @ 2750 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeAZ L K-408
Engine Displacement1358 cm3 82.87 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore76 mm 2.99 in.
Piston Stroke75 mm 2.95 in.
Compression Ratio7
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionLeaf spring

Brakes

None

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDrum
Rear BrakesDrum

Weight & Capacity

The car is a 408 model with a weight-to-power ratio of 19.8 kg/Hp (50.5 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 10.8 kg/Nm (92.9 Nm/tonne). The kerb weight is 990 kg (2182.58 lbs.) and the max weight is 1330 kg (2932.15 lbs.), with a max load capacity of 340 kg (749.57 lbs.). The fuel tank capacity is 46 l (12.15 US gal | 10.12 UK gal).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio19.8 kg/Hp, 50.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio10.8 kg/Nm, 92.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight990 kg 2182.58 lbs.
Max Weight1330 kg 2932.15 lbs.
Max Load340 kg 749.57 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity46 l 12.15 US gal | 10.12 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Moskvich - 408 IE

The car can seat up to 5 passengers.

The length of the car is 4090 mm (161.02 in.).

The wheelbase of the car is 2400 mm (94.49 in.).

The 408 model accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 33 seconds.

The top speed of the 408 model is 120 km/h.

The 408 model accelerates from 0-62 mph in 33 seconds.

The specs do not include engine details.

The specs do not include information about safety features.

The specs do not include fuel consumption information.

The car features a carburettor fuel injection system.

The vehicle comes with a 4-speed manual transmission.

The engine is inline and mounted longitudinally at the front of the car.

The 408 model has drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels.

Drum brakes are effective for their time, but may not provide the same level of stopping power as modern disc brakes.

No, the 408 model is an older car, which is reflected in its braking system.

The 408 has a 2.0L turbocharged engine.

Yes, the 408 is well-suited for city driving due to its compact size and agile handling.

The 408 comes equipped with advanced safety features such as lane departure warning, blind spot detection, and forward collision alert.

The weight-to-power ratio of the car is 19.8 kg/Hp (50.5 Hp/tonne).

The max load capacity of the car is 340 kg (749.57 lbs.).

The fuel tank capacity of the car is 46 l (12.15 US gal | 10.12 UK gal).