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Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet

General information

ModelVolkswagen Beetle Cabriolet
Year1961
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating56.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1131 ccm (69.01 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1131 ccm (69.01 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power24.00 PS (18 kW or 24 HP) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Max torque77.00 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 56.8 ft.lbs)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0316 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Passenger space3720 litres (983 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (405.5 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight760 kg (1,675.5 pounds)
Overall length4070 mm (160.2 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity39.5 litres (10.44 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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