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Volkswagen Karman-Ghia 1.5 Cabriolet

General information

ModelVolkswagen Karman-Ghia 1.5 Cabriolet
Year1959
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating53.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1493 ccm (91.10 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Displacement1493 ccm (91.10 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power53.00 PS (39 kW or 52 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0616 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight860 kg (1,896.0 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Ground clearance190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase2430 mm (95.7 inches)
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