In many cases, cars are not only a vehicle, but also an item that deserves admiration. And sometimes sincere surprise. And, sometimes, the most unusual cars evoke more emotions than beautiful ones. I would like to talk about them.
Miniature models
If we talk about the most unusual cars, then the first thing I would like to mention Honda PUYO. An amazing eco-friendly model, the body of which is made of material used in cosmetic prosthetics. In addition, the car’s engine is driven by a chemical reaction of oxygen and hydrogen. This car also glows in the dark, and its steering wheel replaces the joystick. In general, the safest car.
Peugeot Honey-B can also be safely included in the list called "The most unusual cars." This car looks like a honey bee. However, the name of the model is translated in the same way. Seating passengers - as in a jet fighter. The opening roof and outward sliding seats attract attention.
This is a very maneuverable machine, powered by four electric motors. Its maximum speed is 120 km / h. By the way, there is no steering wheel in the model. There is only a touchpad - with the help of it the driver is invited to control the machine.
And finally, the third miniature representative is the Nissan Pivo-2. He, like both previous cars, is a concept car powered by electricity. Its highlight is a 360 ° rotating cabin. And the wheels rotate 90 °. This allows you to go both back and forth, and to the sides.
Monster Motorbike from Hell
This incredible creation on wheels, the photo of which is presented above, is a cross between a car and a bike. Its mass is 30 tons. The “heart” of this creation is the engine of the Detroit Diesel truck. The powerful and terrifying "hybrid" reaches 9 meters in length and 3 in height. There is no doubt in its strength, because Monster Motorbike effortlessly crushes cars, moving them like a tank. Interestingly, it is equipped with a six-speed gearbox. By the way, it took Ray Bauman, a stuntman, three years to create it.
Mercedes Colani
Talking about the most unusual cars, this truck should also be noted with attention. A huge streamlined tractor. The oval cabin seems to hang over the shark-shaped base. The windshield attracts much attention, because its “highlight” is a 3-beam wiper. You can get into the cabin by lifting the cab up. Yes, the design is very strange and futuristic, but it was thought out as much as possible by its creator Luigi Colani. The front is distinguished by a beak-like silhouette. This is not just for originality. Thanks to the decision to make a “nose” of this shape, it was possible to bring the drag coefficient to 0.4.
Encouraged by the success of the first model, Kolani released a second-generation tractor. The coefficient was reduced to 0.38. Fuel consumption for a truck became more than acceptable for those times (1980) - only 26.7 liters of fuel per 100 km. By the way, Kolani even got sponsors who organized a run in the USA, which became known as Truck-II. The tractor traveled 30,000 kilometers. By the way, his photo is presented below.
Original Convertible
P-Eco is also included in the rating called “The Most Unusual Cars of the World”. This model was developed in South Korea. The creators of the concept assure: the car is suitable not only for city driving, but also for long trips.
She has no roof. The top is open. And in the lower part of the body, directly under the seats, there are 4 piezoelectric devices. They set the cabriolet in motion. Also, their work is supported by kinetic elements that begin to vibrate, as soon as the machine starts. So it is possible to produce additional energy. And the total mileage of the model, in the end, increases. It turns out that this is an ideal transport for Russia. Indeed, the worse and more uneven the road, the more kilometers P-Eco will travel!
What really buy
Above were listed the types of the most unusual machines, which are concepts. And now you can pay attention to the car, which is mass-produced. That is, it is quite possible to get it for a ride.
Renault Twizy - this model is positioned as a 2-door hatchback. Although the majority, looking at him, will say: “Yes, this is an ATV!” By the way, the photo is provided below. Renault was originally a concept. But for several years now it has been manufactured at a factory in the Spanish city of Valladolid, like a serial machine. It costs from 7,000 to 8,500 euros (depending on configuration). It is driven by an 11-horsepower electric motor, thanks to which the car can accelerate to 80 km / h. That's just have to recharge the machine every 100 kilometers. This is her maximum mileage. By the way, there are even “cargo” versions of this model. For such cars, the passenger seat is replaced with a luggage compartment with a capacity of 200 kg.
Renault Duster
The first question that arises for every person when mentioning this model is: “Can it be considered unusual?” Yes. Indeed, a very interesting feature is available for Duster, thanks to which it immediately falls into the list of “Most Unusual Cars in the World”. Mega-cars are surprising, and the “Duster” is no exception, because you can install a tracked chassis on it! The compact crossover immediately ceases to be boring and turns into a super-vehicle.
By the way, not only thanks to this chassis the machine becomes adapted to extreme conditions. For owners of "Duster" an option package called the "Protection Kit" is available. It includes door sills and bumpers, a radiator protecting steel mesh, metal gearbox and tank protection. And on the roof of the car - a chandelier, which increases the area of illumination at times.
Color schemes
I would also like to note the most unusual colors of cars. Often cars are painted in aventurine. It is a black color with a metallic, silver sheen.
Amaranth is also popular. Girls especially like to paint cars in it. It is close to purple and purple.
There is also a color called "English Mountain Blue." It sounds unusual. In fact, it is a bright blue, deep, saturated color. It painted Ferrari 458 Italia, a photo of which is provided above.
Boiled white cars are popular among people who love to attract attention. Even barely fallen snow will seem faded, compared with this shade. To enhance the effect, many matte the surface of the machine. The only negative is that in order to maintain the effect, the car needs to be washed as soon as it becomes dusty.
Military vehicles
Each rating under the title “10 most unusual cars” includes at least one “iron horse” of amazing power, cross-country ability and reliability. That is, a military vehicle.
First of all, I would like to talk about the Tiger SUV. This machine has a power steering, torsion bar suspension, automatic tire inflation (the system was adopted from an armored personnel carrier), as well as gears with a limited-slip differential and a hydraulic shock absorber. It is also possible to install an audio system, a pre-heater, an electric winch and an air conditioner.
Talking about the most unusual military vehicles in the world, one cannot fail to note the attention of the T-98 Combat. This armored SUV was developed for transporting the commander of the army in the combat zone. There is an option for 5 seats (sedan) and 9-12 (station wagon).
IVECO LMV is an international SUV. They developed it in Italy, but it is popular outside its homeland. Such vehicles are in service in ten countries of the world. It costs about 300-400 thousand dollars. Its “highlight” is the weight of 6,500 kilograms, a 40-centimeter clearance and a 185-liter turbodiesel engine. from.
Other models
The world knows a lot of interesting and unusual cars. Take, for example, the eRinGo Concept Car. At the first glance thrown at this “miracle”, it’s even difficult for a person to understand that he is looking at the car. Photo provided above - you can verify this. The strange "wheel" is an electric concept car, which is also environmentally friendly. In the middle of the car is a large wheel. And on the side - two more, smaller. This design helps keep balance. And the rotor system with gyroscopes promotes balance.
Peugeot Egochine Concept Car can be described in one sentence. This is a machine made in the form of a shaving machine. As planned, this concept works through electric motors with hydrogen fuel cells.
Another weird vehicle is the Kassou Concept Car. Compact single car on three wheels, whose doors are located at the rear. The developers also took care of the passenger - they provided a trailed module, which can fit another person.
BMW Lovos. In general, this concept is the thesis of a student from Pforzheim University. Her project was implemented in conjunction with the Bavarian automobile concern. He turned out to be very attractive, so today he is known around the world. In any case, many are interested in information about this model. What is its “highlight”? In the same element used. And this is the "flake."
Well, the last model that I would like to note with attention is the Bond Bug 700E. This is a British sports car with 3 wheels. It was produced from 1971 to 1974. In the configuration of this model there was even an ashtray and mudguards. And the engine produced a power of 29 liters. from. and accelerated to 126 km / h. In those days, a mass-produced car cost £ 629.
As you can see, there are a considerable number of unusual vehicles. There are even cars in the form of cats, ladies shoes, crocodiles, peacocks. The limit to everything is only human imagination and the capabilities of inventors.