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10 Most Iconic Cars Named After Animals

In this post, we shall elaborate on how iconic cars' speed gets compared to that of the animals. In short, here's outlining the most fantastic vehicles that got named after animals.
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2022-01-14 16:48:24
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10 Most Iconic Cars Named After Animals

Volkswagen Beetle

The classic car has been an ultimate model that got named after the animal. It got launched nearly one century ago. The Beetle is the most admired and well-loved of the iterations for the Type 1, which had over 21 million models built. The Beetle has currently fallen out of style, with VW depending more on nostalgia than novelty.

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The Flashy & Bold Cheetah GT

It's the 1963 Chevrolet car and features a great name for the appeal of the flashy sport. Look at its bold exterior design, and you will also fall in love with the model! Cheetah GT comprises a small-block V8 engine, for which the car did not require a driveshaft.

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Powerful Ford Puma

The third in this list is the Ford model of 1997 – smooth, fun, and light! It comprises a 1.7-liter 4-cylinder engine, and it is powerful. This particular model got marketed by the resurrected Steve McQueen, although it did not require the star appeal or power to become the best-seller of that time.

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Dodge Viper

It's the 1992 model and gets powered by an immensely strong and sturdy 8-liter engine (V10). The model is meant for the super-size pickup truck of the automaker. It weighs around 330 kilograms. But as days passed, the Viper got cramped, hot, and imposed difficulty in driving. But it generated the reaction wherever it marked its way.

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Sunbeam Tiger

The great Roots Motors Ltd. Has manufactured this model. The Tiger is simply a result of the Sunbeam Alpine Roadster of the 1950s and gets combined with a 4.3-liter engine (V8). As an outcome, the model got a sleek appeal alongside incredibly high-performance for racing. This model gets combined with a sturdy and powerful motor that's worth its mighty namesake.

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Plymouth Barracuda

The barracuda has been a vicious fish, quick yet small with the razor-sharp teeth alongside its nasty bite. The 1964 model replicated its namesake's muscle and energy, alongside six cylinders & the V8 engine.

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Fiat Panda

Considering a car, the Panda happens to be a weird name. However, this vehicle was not named after the animal panda. But the vehicle got named after the Roman Goddess – Empanda. According to legends, she is the guardian of travelers. So, it's a well-fitted name for any reliable vehicle – does it not? This model underwent a set of possible monikers, and it began its journey with the name – Il Zero. Eventually, it also acquired the name – Rustica. But it was in the year 1980, Panda got launched &Fiat sold more than 7.5 million units up until now.

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Triumph Stag

Released in the year 1970, it seems to be an ambitious model, having the four-seat GT, one roof that was hard yet soft, and one T-shaped bar. The styling of this vehicle is unique,and it also caught many eyes, which look for sleek designs in a car. However, the Stag just lacked the power – in contrast with the name suggested. With the underpowered engine and disappointing reliability metrics, the model just appeared to be a flop (sadly)!

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Chevrolet Impala

The Chevrolet Impala was named after the African antelope. And this particular is regarded for the incredibly high performance and astounding design on the sides. The first iterations of this brand came with first-class features, including Turbo Fire V8, two- three-speed automatic transmission, and more.

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Nissan Bluebird

Despite its jaunty and cute name, the car was considered not that charming. However, it is the first Japanese car to be built in Britain. And this particular model had stellar reliability, but it, later on, turned out to be successful.

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After everything else

Other cars that have taken inspiration from the names of animals are Mitsubishi Colt, Ford Mustang, and Datsun Bluebird. Many of these vehicles represent majestic appeal.

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