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Volkswagen Passat 1.6 Variant

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat 1.6 Variant
Year1974
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.7 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

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power75.00 PS (55 kW or 74 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque121.00 Nm (12.3 kgf-m or 89.2 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke79.5 x 80.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0815 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight920 kg (2,028.3 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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