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Volkswagen Golf 1.3 C

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 1.3 C
Year1983
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1272 ccm (77.62 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1272 ccm (77.62 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power54.80 PS (40 kW or 54 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque96.00 Nm (9.8 kgf-m or 70.8 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke75.0 x 72.0 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed151.0 km/h (93.8 mph)
0-50 miles10.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0649 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)
Cargo space330 litres (87 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight845 kg (1,862.9 pounds)
Overall length3990 mm (157.1 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)
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