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Volkswagen Karman-Ghia 1.6 Coupe

General information

ModelVolkswagen Karman-Ghia 1.6 Coupe
Year1959
Rating52.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1584 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1584 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power50.00 PS (37 kW or 49 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque108.00 Nm (11.0 kgf-m or 79.7 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke85.5 x 69.0 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0575 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight870 kg (1,918.0 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2430 mm (95.7 inches)
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