Amilcar C4
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| Amilcar C4 | |
|---|---|
 Amilcar C4 2-Seater Sports 1923 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Amilcar |
| Production | 1922–1929 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Roadster |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1003 cc four-cylinder |
| Transmission | Three speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 96.5 in (2,450 mm) |
The Amilcar C4 is a light sporting car designed for road use made between 1922 and 1929 by the French Amilcar company. The C4 is one of three models introduced by Amilcar in 1922; the others were the CC and the CS, both of which were significantly different from the C4, although they did use the same chassis (which was lengthened for use in the C4). The C4 was touted as a more economical and usable vehicle than the other more sporty models. The C4, publicly introduced at the Paris Salon, was offered in three models: the highest-produced was the "Torpedo", which was offered in full Torpedo style or slightly toned down ("Torpedo Skiff"); both were available configured with 2, 3 or 4 seats. Also available were a sedan (of classical 1920s layout), and a commercial version (usable to deliver small or light articles).
The variety of styles available provided a wide selection to the public; this fact combined with the models' low initial cost and moderate operating costs caused the C4 to be fairly popular during its eight-year production run.
