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Pontiac Catalina 4th Gen

1971 – 1976 — USA

The Pontiac Catalina was a full-size automobile produced by Pontiac from 1950 to 1981. Initially a trim line on hardtop body styles, it emerged as a separate entry-level model in 1959. The Catalina was Pontiac's most popular model, offering various body styles and serving as the platform for other successful models like the Pontiac Grand Prix, Pontiac 2+2, Pontiac Ventura, and the Pontiac Safari station wagon. Lessons from the Catalina's success played a role in the development of other Pontiac models. In 1964, the second-generation Pontiac Tempest was released, with insights from the Catalina resulting in the creation of the iconic Pontiac GTO, featuring the powerful 389 cu in (6.4 L) Pontiac V8 engine. Key Points: 1. Production: The Pontiac Catalina was in production from 1950 to 1981. 2. Evolution: It started as a trim line on hardtop body styles before becoming a separate entry-level model in 1959. 3. Popular Model: The Catalina was Pontiac's most popular model and was available in multiple body styles. 4. Platform: The Catalina served as the platform for various successful Pontiac models like the Grand Prix, 2+2, Ventura, and Safari. 5. Influence: Lessons learned from the Catalina's success were utilized in the development of other models, including the Pont

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Pontiac Catalina 4th Gen

1971 – 1976 — USA

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Specifications

Pontiac Catalina 4th Gen

Dimensions

Length: 5450 mm
Width: 1980 mm
Height: 1400 mm
Wheelbase: 3134 mm

Engine

Valves per cylinder: 2
Fuel system: carburetor

Chassis

Front suspension: Independent, spring
Front brakes: Disc