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Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet

General information

ModelVolkswagen Beetle Cabriolet
Year1959
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating54.5 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 power34.00 PS (25 kW or 34 HP) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0425 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3720 litres (983 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (405.5 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight800 kg (1,763.7 pounds)
Overall length4070 mm (160.2 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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