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Volkswagen Golf 1.5

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 1.5
Year1974
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1471 ccm (89.76 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1471 ccm (89.76 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power71.00 PS (52 kW or 70 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque82.00 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs)
Compression8.2:1
Bore x stroke76.5 x 80.0 mm (3.0 x 3.1 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0789 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)
Cargo space347 litres (92 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight900 kg (1,984.2 pounds)
Overall length3710 mm (146.1 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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