Replacing the four cylinder models, the C6 was introduced in 1927. Displacement didn't increase much compared to its predecessors, but helped by a Supercharger the C6's straight six engine produced over 60 hp.
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General specifications
Country of origin
France
Numbers built
N/A
Produced from
1927 - 1931
Engine
Configuration
Straight 6
Location
Front, longitudinally mounted
Displacement
1.097 liter / 66.9 cu in
Bore / Stroke
56.0 mm (2.2 in) / 74.0 mm (2.9 in)
Valvetrain
2 valves / cylinder, DOHC
Fuel feed
Solex Carburetor
Aspiration
Supercharger
Drivetrain
Chassis/body
body on ladder frame
Front suspension
rigid axle, semi-elliptic leaf springs, friction dampers
Rear suspension
rigid axle, quarter elliptic leaf springs, torsion dampers
Brakes
drums, all-round
Gearbox
4 speed Manual
Drive
Rear wheel drive
Dimensions
Weight
565 kilo / 1245.6 lbs
Length / Width / Height
3400 mm (133.9 in) / 1224 mm (48.2 in) / N/A
Wheelbase / Track (fr/r)
2235 mm (88 in) / 1060 mm (41.7 in) / 1090 mm (42.9 in)
Performance figures
Power
62 bhp / 46 KW
@ 5600 rpm
BHP/Liter
57 bhp / liter
Power to weight
0.11 bhp / kg
Top Speed
165 km/h / 103 mph