1956 Watson Antlia
This 2-doors sedan is the all new 1956 entry-level car of Watson Motors.
It is powered by a 235 ci Inline-six engine. Hydraulic power steering and AM radio are standard across the range.
| Model | Watson Antlia |
|---|---|
| Layout | Front longitudinal RWD |
| Chassis | Chassis steel ladder / steel panels |
| Suspension | Double wishbone (front) / Solid axle leaf (rear) |
| Brakes | front and rear drums |
| Length | 5,16 m |
| Width | 2,05 m |
| Wheelbase | 3,25 m |
| Weight | 1 569 kg (1575 kg) |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual gearbox (optional 2-speed automatic transmission) |
| Engine name | 1956 Watson I6-235 |
| Type | OHV 2V Inline 6 |
| Capacity | 3847cc - 235 ci |
| Bore x stroke | 85 x 113 mm |
| Fuel system | 2 barrels twin carburetor |
| Power | 133 hp @ 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm @ 2500 RPM |
| RPM limit | 4300 RPM |
| 0-100 km/h | 15,1 s (20,4 s) |
| 80-120 km/h | 10,0 s (20,0 s) |
| 1/4 mile time | 20,41 s (22,20 s) |
| 1 km time | 36,31 s (40,21 s) |
| Top Speed | 179 km/h (172 km/h) |
| 100-0 braking distance | 87,90 m (88,20 m) |
| Fuel Economy | 22,7 L/100 km (23,7 L/100 km) |
1956 base price : 1,250 $ (optional 2-speed automatic transmission 65 $)