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Volkswagen Passat 1.5

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat 1.5
Year1973
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1471 ccm (89.76 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1471 ccm (89.76 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power75.00 PS (55 kW or 74 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque115 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0852 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight880 kg (1,940.1 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
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