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Volkswagen Karman-Ghia Coupe Type 14

General information

ModelVolkswagen Karman-Ghia Coupe Type 14
Year1971
Rating61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1583 ccm (96.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1583 ccm (96.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 4 cylinder
Max power50.00 PS (37 kW or 49 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque108.00 Nm (11.0 kgf-m or 79.7 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke85.5 x 69.0 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemAir

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0575 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight870 kg (1,918.0 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2430 mm (95.7 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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