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Volkswagen 1302

General information

ModelVolkswagen 1302
Year1969
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating70.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1192 ccm (72.74 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1192 ccm (72.74 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power34.7 PS (26 kW or 34 HP) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Max torque84.00 Nm (8.6 kgf-m or 62.0 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.3:1
Bore x stroke77.0 x 64.0 mm (3.0 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0467 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3720 litres (983 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight750 kg (1,653.5 pounds)
Overall length4070 mm (160.2 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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