This 1.5 D MT (50 hp) engine was fitted in the B1 [Restyling] Fastback 4-doors, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1977 to 1981. In addition to this engine, 2 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 | 6.8litre |
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| Fuel tank capacity | 45litre |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Top speed | 142km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 21.5second |
| Displacement | 1471cm3 |
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| Engine power | 50bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 5 000RPM |
| Maximum torque | 82Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3000RPM |
| Engine type | Diesel |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Injection type | Direct injection |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore | 76.5mm |
| Stroke | 80mm |
| 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 | 4290mm |
| Width | 1615mm |
| Height | 1360mm |
| Wheelbase | 2470mm |
| Front track | 1341mm |
| Rear track | 1349mm |
| Ground clearance | 180mm |
| Kerb weight | 900kg |
| Body type | Fastback |
| Front suspension | MacPherson Struts |
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| Rear suspension | Spring |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Average | 7.8 litres / 100km |
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Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.