195.6 Flathead Six

First generation · 1958–1960RWDSedan

This 195.6 Flathead Six is a rear-wheel-drive Rambler American sedan from the first generation, built from 1958 to 1960. Its 3.2-litre L-head inline-six makes 90 hp and 217 Nm, with a 3-speed manual and optional overdrive or automatic.

89 hpPower

1958-1960Year

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Specifications

Powertrain

Engineering details

Engine195.6 cu in (3.2L) L-head inline-six, 90 hp SAE gross

Displacement3.2 L

Cylinders6

FuelPetrol

TransmissionManual

DrivetrainRWD

Performance

Numbers that matter

Power89 hp

Torque217 Nm

Dimensions & body

Length4528 mm

Width1854 mm

Height1456 mm

Wheelbase2540 mm

BodySedan

STORY

The Rambler American came in three generations. The first, from 1958 to 1960, revived the Nash Rambler body. The second ran from 1961 to 1963, and the third, from 1964 to 1969, had a new body on a 106 in wheelbase. Early cars used a 195.6 cu in six. A 232 cu in six arrived in 1965 and a 290 cu in V8 in 1966. The Hornet replaced the American for 1970.

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