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Technical data

This 1.6 MT (50 hp) engine was fitted in the 1302/1303 [3-й Restyling] Cabriolet, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1970 to 1975. In addition to this engine, 9 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.

Body

Body typeCabriolet
Seats4
Width1585mm
Length4080mm
Height1500mm
Wheelbase2420mm
Front track1379mm
Ground clearance160mm
Max. boot capacity260litre
Rear track1352mm
Kerb weight920kg
Min. boot capacity260litre

Engine

Engine typeGasoline
Displacement1584cm3
Engine power50bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 4 000RPM
Maximum torque106Nm
Injection typeCarburetor
Cylinder layoutOpposed
Number of cylinders4
Bore85.5mm
Stroke69mm
Valves per cylinder2
RPM at max torque2800RPM

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel92 RON
Top speed135km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)20second
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km9litre
Fuel tank capacity41litre

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts, Spring
Rear suspensionDrive axle, Trailing arms, Helical springs, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle9.6m

Real-world consumption (est.)

Average10.8 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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