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Volkswagen Scirocco 1.5 CL

General information

ModelVolkswagen Scirocco 1.5 CL
Year1975
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1471 ccm (89.76 cubic inches)
Seats4
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 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque110.00 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.2:1
Bore x stroke79.6 x 73.4 mm (3.1 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-50 miles7.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0830 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (417.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight855 kg (1,885.0 pounds)
Overall length4060 mm (159.8 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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