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Volkswagen Karman-Ghia 1.3 Cabriolet

General information

ModelVolkswagen Karman-Ghia 1.3 Cabriolet
Year1959
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating53.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1285 ccm (78.41 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4

Engine and transmission

Displacement1285 ccm (78.41 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power44.00 PS (32 kW or 43 HP) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Max torque86.00 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.4 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0524 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight840 kg (1,851.9 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2430 mm (95.7 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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