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Volkswagen Beetle

General information

ModelVolkswagen Beetle
Year1959
Rating58.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1192 ccm (72.74 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1192 ccm (72.74 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power39.00 PS (29 kW or 38 HP) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0527 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight740 kg (1,631.4 pounds)
Overall length4070 mm (160.2 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height1560 mm (61.4 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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