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Volkswagen Polo 1.3 Coupe

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.3 Coupe
Year1982
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1272 ccm (77.62 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1272 ccm (77.62 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power54.7 PS (40 kW or 54 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque96.00 Nm (9.8 kgf-m or 70.8 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke75.0 x 72.0 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0733 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3860 litres (1,020 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight750 kg (1,653.5 pounds)
Overall length3660 mm (144.1 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Wheelbase2340 mm (92.1 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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