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Volkswagen Rabbit 1.6

General information

ModelVolkswagen Rabbit 1.6
Year1976
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating71.5 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
Transmission3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power71.00 PS (52 kW or 70 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque111.00 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke79.5 x 80.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Gearbox3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0882 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3860 litres (1,020 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight805 kg (1,774.7 pounds)
Overall length3950 mm (155.5 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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