This 1.1 MT (50 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Hatchback (5-door), which was produced by Volkswagen from 1974 to 1993. In addition to this engine, 4 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.
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.5litre |
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| Fuel tank capacity | 40litre |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
| Top speed | 140km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 16.8second |
| Displacement | 1093cm3 |
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| Engine power | 50bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 6 000RPM |
| Maximum torque | 78Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3000RPM |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Injection type | Carburetor |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore | 69.5mm |
| Stroke | 72mm |
| Gearbox | Manual |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.3m |
| Seats | 5 |
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| Length | 3820mm |
| Width | 1610mm |
| Height | 1395mm |
| Wheelbase | 2400mm |
| Front track | 1392mm |
| Rear track | 1347mm |
| Ground clearance | 125mm |
| Kerb weight | 800kg |
| Min. boot capacity | 370litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 370litre |
| Body type | Hatchback |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts |
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| Rear suspension | semi dependent, Torsion beam |
| Front brakes | Drum |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Average | 10.2 litres / 100km |
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Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.