Light a Candle

Car-Catalogue » Volkswagen » Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia Coupe 14

General information

ModelVolkswagen Karmann-Ghia Coupe 14
Year1969
Rating62.7 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
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1493 ccm (91.10 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power44.00 PS (32 kW or 43 HP) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Max torque102.00 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.3:1
Bore x stroke85.5 x 69.0 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0518 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (440.9 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight850 kg (1,873.9 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Ground clearance210 mm (8.3 inches)
Wheelbase2430 mm (95.7 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Light a Candle