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Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

General information

ModelVolkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Year1956
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating55.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1192 ccm (72.74 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1192 ccm (72.74 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 4 cylinder
Max power40.60 PS (30 kW or 40 HP) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Max torque88.00 Nm (9.0 kgf-m or 64.9 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression7.0:1
Bore x stroke77.0 x 64.0 mm (3.0 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0495 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3720 litres (983 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight820 kg (1,807.8 pounds)
Overall length4150 mm (163.4 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity42.0 litres (11.10 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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