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Volkswagen Passat 1.6

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat 1.6
Year1973
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power110.00 PS (81 kW or 108 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque140.00 Nm (14.3 kgf-m or 103.3 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke79.5 x 80.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1209 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight910 kg (2,006.2 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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