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Volkswagen Golf 1.6

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 1.6
Year1975
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power75.00 PS (55 kW or 74 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque119.00 Nm (12.1 kgf-m or 87.8 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression8.2:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0915 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3860 litres (1,020 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight820 kg (1,807.8 pounds)
Overall length3830 mm (150.8 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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