Pininfarina’s Sintesi Concept Peeks Out Before Geneva
While we don't expect much more in the way of information about Pininfarina's Sintesi concept until the car debuts next week in Geneva, we are excited to report that the design house has gone ahead and released actual images of the concept. Much as we like playing the "one snippet per week" game, an actual gallery of real pictures is so much more satisfying.
Sink your teeth into the images on offer above, and then stayed tuned for the car's launch next week.
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chartguy
Overall, it's a pleasant shape. It reminds me of many "designs for the future" from the late 1960s. Clearly aerodynamics is a big factor in the design.
There are two aspects of the design that I do not like.
First, the huge windshield. I realize that by placing the base of the windshield so far forward, the designers are able to use a less vertical, more aerodynamic angle of attack. It creates several problems. As the windshield angle approaches the line of sight, it is much more likely to cause optical distortion. That's especially for drivers who physiques aren't in the middle of the bell curve. I'm 6'3", with a very long back. The top of my head is often very near the roof of most cars. With many of the newer cars, the distortion of the steeply raked windshield eliminates them from consideration when I'm shopping for a car. The other problem with those huge windshields is that they cook the interior in the summer.
Second, the scissors doors. I'm sure it has a fantastic "wow" factor, and may even make some things easier for the designers. After an accident, if the vehicle does not stay upright, you've got a serious problem. With conventional, swingout doors, when a vehicle is on its roof, the doors on one side can typically still be opened (depending on how it arrived on its roof). With scissors doors, there's no chance of opening them if the vehicle is on its roof. I'm probably too concerned about this, but that's because I'm a volunteer firefighter in the mountains. Many of the MVAs that I'm called to (including the most recent one) involve vehicles that go over the side, and roll into the trees. Our job is often to open the can up to get the people out. With scissors doors, we lose most of our options.
MGBYG
Agreed.
And, I can't believe they are still trying the split side-glass. Not only does the hard line break-up the tumblehome, I believe most consumers would prefer a whole window opening, no matter how good HVAC systems get. The "toll-paying" slots were disliked on the Delorean and that weirdo Subaru sports-car from last decade.
Otherwise, this proves how well the Milan studios can design sexy shoes,.er... showcars.
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Jonathan Fung
I actually don't like it that much. I think it has awkward proportions. My least favorite design feature on this car is definitly that ripple under the A pillar. Sadly, this, like the STi looked way better in the teaser shots where most of the car is hidden in the dark.
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