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Technical data

This 1.3 Saxomat (40 hp) engine was fitted in the Type 14 [Restyling] Coupe, 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.

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel92 RON
Top speed128km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)27second

Engine

Displacement1285cm3
Engine power40bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 4 000RPM
Maximum torque87Nm
RPM at max torque2000RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutOpposed
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore77mm
Stroke69mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxElectronic
Number of gears3
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive

Body

Seats2
Length4140mm
Width1634mm
Height1330mm
Wheelbase2400mm
Front track1305mm
Rear track1350mm
Kerb weight870kg
Body typeCoupe

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Torsion, Double wishbone
Rear suspensionsemi dependent, Trailing arms, Transverse torsion bars
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum
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