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Technical data

This 1.5 MT (72 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation [Restyling] Coupe 3-doors, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1977 to 1981. In addition to this engine, 3 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 typeCoupe
Seats4
Length3880mm
Width1619mm
Height1289mm
Wheelbase2400mm
Front track1390mm
Rear track1358mm
Ground clearance72mm
Kerb weight801kg
Gross weight1260kg
Displacement459kg
Min. boot capacity340litre
Max. boot capacity340litre

Engine

Engine typeGasoline
Displacement1457cm3
Engine power72bhp
Injection typeCarburetor
Cylinder layoutInline
Number of cylinders4
RPM at max powerfrom 5 600RPM
Maximum torque111Nm
RPM at max torque2500RPM
Valves per cylinder2
Bore79.5mm
Stroke73.4mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle10.3m

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts, Spring
Front brakesDisc
Rear suspensionIndependent, Spring
Rear brakesDrum

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel tank capacity40litre
FuelGasoline
Top speed161km/h
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