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Volkswagen Citi Golf 1.6

General information

ModelVolkswagen Citi Golf 1.6
Year1978
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating61.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power82.00 PS (60 kW or 81 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque131.00 Nm (13.4 kgf-m or 96.6 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke79.5 x 86.4 mm (3.1 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0932 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (405.5 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight880 kg (1,940.1 pounds)
Overall length3820 mm (150.4 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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