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Volkswagen Karman-Ghia 1200 Coupe

General information

ModelVolkswagen Karman-Ghia 1200 Coupe
Year1955
Rating53.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1190 ccm (72.61 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1190 ccm (72.61 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power30.00 PS (22 kW or 30 HP) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Max torque77.00 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 56.8 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0366 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight820 kg (1,807.8 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2430 mm (95.7 inches)
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