Chrysler Airstream - car classics

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Chrysler Airstream

Chrysler type : airstream produced the same the American concern from 1935 to 1936. This car is a logical continuation of the experiment, in the framework of which was created Chrysler Airflow. The latter, however, fell from an economic point of view, in spite of the innovativeness of design. Nevertheless, the management of the group believe in the correctness of the chosen path that led to the emergence of Chrysler type : airstream, of course, was sold better Airflow, but not well enough to continue its mass production.

Under the hood Chrysler type : airstream was in-line engine 4738 cm3, develops 105 HP. Good for those years of power in conjunction good aerodynamics and relatively small weight (1300 kg) provided good performance characteristics of a car speeding to 155-160 km/h. However, at this speed, started a problem with the steering, which could not provide sufficient controllability at such a speed. Yes and drum brakes, ustanavlivavshiesya on Chrysler type : airstream, could not quickly enough to stop the car, which led to its ban in some States and, ultimately, eliminating the production.

Other names of this model: Chrysler Type : Airstream Coupe