Saab 96 1.5 V4 (65 hp)
Gasoline engine with 65 hp (48 kW) and 85 lb-ft (115 Nm), built 1966–1975, sedan body, front-wheel drive. The Saab 96 has 1 more powerful gasoline version.
Power65 hp (48 kW)
Torque85 lb-ft (115 Nm)
Top speed91 mph (147 km/h)
FuelGasoline
Specifications
Engine
| Engine version | 1.5 V4 (65 hp) |
|---|---|
| Engine code | Ford V-4 |
| Displacement | 1.5 L (1,498 cm³) |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cylinder layout | V-engine |
| Engine position | Front, Transverse |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Compression ratio | 9 |
| Bore | 90 mm |
| Stroke | 58.86 mm |
| Engine oil capacity | 3.5 qt (3.3 l) |
Performance
| Power | 65 hp (48 kW) @ 4600 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 85 lb-ft (115 Nm) @ 2500 rpm |
| Top speed | 91 mph (147 km/h) |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 10.0 gal (38 l) |
Body, dimensions and weight
| Body style | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Doors | 5 |
| Length | 164.2 in (4,170 mm) |
| Width | 62.0 in (1,575 mm) |
| Height | 58.0 in (1,473 mm) |
| Curb weight | 1,925 lb (873 kg) |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 |
What to check on a Saab 96 with this engine
- On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
- Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
- Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.
Other Saab 96 engines
| Engine | Fuel | Power | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.8 (38 hp) | Two-stroke gas-oil mix | 38 hp (28 kW) | |
| 1.5 V4 (63 hp) | Gasoline | 63 hp (46 kW) | |
| 1.5 V4 (68 hp) | Gasoline | 68 hp (50 kW) |