1.5 MT (44 hp)

Technical data

This 1.5 MT (44 hp) engine was fitted in the Type 14 [Restyling] Cabriolet, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1959 to 1974. In addition to this engine, 7 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 type	Cabriolet
Seats	2
Width	1634mm
Length	4140mm
Height	1330mm
Wheelbase	2400mm
Front track	1305mm
Rear track	1350mm
Kerb weight	870kg

Engine

Engine type	Gasoline
Displacement	1493cm3
Engine power	44bhp
RPM at max power	from 4 000RPM
Maximum torque	87Nm
Injection type	Carburetor
Cylinder layout	Opposed
Number of cylinders	4
Valves per cylinder	2
RPM at max torque	2000RPM
Bore	83mm
Stroke	69mm

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension	Independent, Torsion, Double wishbone
Rear suspension	semi dependent, Trailing arms, Transverse torsion bars
Front brakes	Disc
Rear brakes	Drum

Gearbox & drivetrain

Gearbox	Manual
Drive wheels	Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears	4

Power & fuel consumption

Top speed	136km/h
Fuel	92 RON
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)	23second

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Karmann Ghia

Type 14 [Restyling] Cabriolet