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Technical data

This 1.5 MT (44 hp) engine was fitted in the 1200/1300/1500 [Restyling] Sedan, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1953 to 1968. In addition to this engine, 6 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel tank capacity40litre
Fuel80 RON
Top speed128km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)23second

Engine

Displacement1493cm3
Engine power44bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 4 000RPM
Maximum torque100Nm
RPM at max torque2000RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutOpposed
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore83mm
Stroke69mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive

Body

Seats4
Length4070mm
Width1550mm
Height1550mm
Wheelbase2400mm
Front track1316mm
Rear track1358mm
Kerb weight820kg
Min. boot capacity140litre
Max. boot capacity140litre
Body typeSedan

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension Torsion
Rear suspensionsemi dependent, Trailing arms, Transverse torsion bars
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum
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