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Volkswagen 1600 L Variant

General information

ModelVolkswagen 1600 L Variant
Year1970
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1582 ccm (96.53 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1582 ccm (96.53 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 4 cylinder
Max power53.70 PS (39 kW or 53 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque110.00 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression7.7:1
Bore x stroke85.5 x 69.0 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed135.0 km/h (83.9 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0532 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (437.0 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1010 kg (2,226.7 pounds)
Overall length4230 mm (166.5 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Wheelbase2340 mm (92.1 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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