This 1.5 MT (72 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Coupe, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1974 to 1977. 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
Fuel tank capacity
40litre
Fuel
92 RON
Top speed
166km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)
11.5second
Engine
Displacement
1457cm3
Engine power
72bhp
RPM at max power
from 5 600RPM
Maximum torque
111Nm
RPM at max torque
2500RPM
Engine type
Gasoline
Cylinder layout
Inline
Injection type
Carburetor
Number of cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
2
Bore
79.5mm
Stroke
73.4mm
Gearbox & drivetrain
Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
4
Drive wheels
Front-wheel drive
Turning circle
10.3m
Body
Seats
4
Length
3880mm
Width
1619mm
Height
1289mm
Wheelbase
2400mm
Front track
1390mm
Rear track
1358mm
Ground clearance
72mm
Kerb weight
801kg
Gross weight
1260kg
Displacement
459kg
Min. boot capacity
340litre
Max. boot capacity
340litre
Body type
Coupe
Suspension & brakes
Front suspension
Independent, MacPherson Struts, Spring
Rear suspension
Independent, Spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
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