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Volkswagen 1600 TL Fastback

General information

ModelVolkswagen 1600 TL Fastback
Year1973
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1584 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Fuel mixed driving6.5 litres/100 km (36.19 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1584 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 4 cylinder
Max power54.80 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.
Compression7.7:1
Bore x stroke85.5 x 69.0 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0562 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3720 litres (983 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight978 kg (2,156.1 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)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions158.0 g/km
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