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Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia Cabriolet 14

General information

ModelVolkswagen Karmann-Ghia Cabriolet 14
Year1965
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating48 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 typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power34.00 PS (25 kW or 34 HP) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Max torque84.00 Nm (8.6 kgf-m or 62.0 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.3:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0415 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

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)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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