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Volkswagen 1600 TL

General information

ModelVolkswagen 1600 TL
Year1973
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1584 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving6.5 litres/100 km (36.19 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1584 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power54.7 PS (40 kW or 54 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque110.00 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke85.5 x 69.0 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0531 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (440.9 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1035 kg (2,281.8 pounds)
Overall length4380 mm (172.4 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2340 mm (92.1 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions158.0 g/km
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