Volkswagen 1600TL 1968 specs
General information
| Model: | Volkswagen 1600TL |
| Year: | 1968 |
| Category: | Midsize family cars |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen |
| Seats: | 5 |
Engine and transmission
| Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Engine type: | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Engine location: | Rear, longitudinal |
| Displacement: | 1583 ccm |
| Max power: | 54 PS (40 kW) at 4000 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 110 Nm at 2200 Rev. per min. |
| Compression: | 7.3:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 85.5 x 69 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches) |
| Lubrication system: | Wet sump |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Fuel mixed driving: | 6.5 litres/100 km (36.19 miles per gallon) |
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.0554 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Chassis type: | Sedan/saloon |
| Max no. of doors: | 2 |
| Passenger space: | 3940 litres (1041 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Brake details: | Antiblocking system |
| Front tire dimensions: | 200/55-R16 |
| Turn circle: | 12 m (472.4 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 975 kg (2149.5 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 4380 mm (172.4 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1650 mm (65 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1480 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2410 mm (94.9 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 40 litres (10.57 gallons) |
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
Other specifications
| CO2 emissions: | 158 g/km |






















