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Porsche 356 1600
General information | |
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| Model | Porsche 356 1600 |
| Year | 1956 |
| Category | Small city/economy cars |
| Rating | 60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1582 ccm (96.53 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 2 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Rear, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 1582 ccm (96.53 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Boxer, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 60.80 PS (45 kW or 60 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 110.00 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 7.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 82.5 x 74.0 mm (3.2 x 2.9 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 163.0 km/h (101.3 mph) |
| 0-50 miles | 10.6 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0715 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Coupe |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 9 m (370.1 inches) |
| Front brakes | Drums |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 852 kg (1,878.3 pounds) |
| Overall length | 3960 mm (155.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 1680 mm (66.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1300 mm (51.2 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2110 mm (83.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 52.0 litres (13.74 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | Germany |
