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Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia Cabriolet 14

General information

ModelVolkswagen Karmann-Ghia Cabriolet 14
Year1967
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating50.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1493 ccm (91.10 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving6.5 litres/100 km (36.19 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1493 ccm (91.10 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power44.7 PS (33 kW or 44 HP) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Max torque102.00 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.3:1
Bore x stroke85.5 x 69.0 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0529 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight850 kg (1,873.9 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Ground clearance210 mm (8.3 inches)
Wheelbase2430 mm (95.7 inches)
Fuel capacity39.5 litres (10.44 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions158.0 g/km
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