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Volkswagen K 70 1.6

General information

ModelVolkswagen K 70 1.6
Year1970
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1605 ccm (97.94 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1605 ccm (97.94 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power90.00 PS (66 kW or 89 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque137.00 Nm (14.0 kgf-m or 101.1 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke82.1 x 76.0 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0857 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1050 kg (2,314.9 pounds)
Overall length4430 mm (174.4 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2700 mm (106.3 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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