Volkswagen 1500 1961 specs
General information
Model: | Volkswagen 1500 |
Year: | 1961 |
Category: | Small city/economy cars |
Manufacturer: | Volkswagen |
Seats: | 5 |
Engine and transmission
Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
Engine type: | Inline, 4 cylinder |
Engine location: | Rear, longitudinal |
Displacement: | 1493 ccm |
Max power: | 53 PS (39 kW) at 4000 Rev. per min. |
Max torque: | 84 Nm at 2000 Rev. per min. |
Bore x stroke: | 77 x 64 mm (3 x 2.5 inches) |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Fuel type: | Gasoline |
Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio: | 0.0616 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
Passenger space: | 3860 litres (1020 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
Front brakes: | Drums |
Rear brakes: | Drums |
Turn circle: | 11 m (433.1 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
Weight: | 860 kg (1896 pounds) |
Overall length: | 4230 mm (166.5 inches) |
Overall width: | 1620 mm (63.8 inches) |
Overall height: | 1480 mm (58.3 inches) |
Wheelbase: | 2410 mm (94.9 inches) |
Fuel capacity: | 39.5 litres (10.43 gallons) |
Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |