Flirt (Italy) - AllCarIndex

Flirt was an automobile brand established by Ditta Ing. P. Pestalozza in Turin, Italy, during the early 20th century. The brand operated briefly from 1913 to 1914, producing vehicles that reflected the automotive design trends of the time.

The name "Flirt" derived from the Latin phrase "Fortis Levis Jucunda Rapida Transeat," which translates to "strong, light, cheerful, speedy it goes." This nomenclature aimed to convey the car's intended characteristics, although the vehicle itself was described as conventional in design.

Flirt cars were equipped with a 20/30 horsepower four-cylinder T-head engine, which was a common configuration for automobiles of that era. The design featured a pear-shaped radiator, reminiscent of those found on contemporary models from manufacturers such as Fiat, Isotta-Fraschini, and Züst. Despite its short production run, Flirt contributed to the diverse landscape of early automotive engineering in Italy.