"1934 Chrysler Airflow : The Innovative Aerodynamic Classic Car"

1934 Chrysler Airflow

Chrysler Airflow car was far ahead of its time. He was one of the first cars in the shape on aerodynamic theory. Chrysler built the wind tunnel industry and Orville Wright’s first visit (the inventor of the aircraft) for air flow design. The result was one drag-free point, which could have the car to 90 mph.

1934 Chrysler Airflow Chassis & Frame

The chassis design was a breakthrough. While modern cars and engines mounted behind the front axle and rear passengers sit in front of the rear axle, the airflow through the engine moved forward 20 inches for all passengers sat in the wheelbase. This allowed for a hatchback-like tail, which reduces turbulence and negative pressure, thereby reducing the drag. Another advantage of this design was improved ride quality, especially for rear passengers. Needless to say, this design has been standard for many years later, however, was a breakthrough then.

 

1934 Chrysler Airflow Interior

Air flow was also one of the first cars to the traditional separate chassis with the body under the stairs to leave. The Council adopted a three-dimensional frame with rigid frame around the fenders, doors and roof. Steel side panels are joined outside the frame. This rigidity and security offered more than the current body-on-frame.

1934 Chrysler Airflow Engine

The drivetrain is more conventional – an 8 engine with side valves cylnder, although aluminum pistons are used. The 3-speed manual transmission was later an overdrive for cruising refinement to improve. The brake system had progressed very far – while others have been working with the cable car had brakes, the air flow servo-hydraulic brakes.

1934 Chrysler Airflow Dashboard

However, the technology did not bring sales success for Chrysler. In fact, it was very disappointing. Maybe it’s wind tunnel-shaped design was so advanced, people might not accept it. Preferred conventional screens prominent Chrysler flowing “waterfall” grille. After only four years Chrysler decided to withdraw the air stream. However, the impact would be forgotten in the automotive world ever.

1934 Chrysler Airflow Left View

 Specifications :

Model	Chrysler Airflow
Year of production	1934-37
No. produced	30,000 units
Layout, Gearbox	Front-engined, Rwd, 3M
Engine	Inline-8, 2v/cyl
Capacity	5301 cc
Power	122 hp
Torque	N/A
Weight	N/A
Top speed	88 mph
0-60 mph	19.5 sec