Volkswagen Beetle 1956 specs
General information
Model: | Volkswagen Beetle |
Year: | 1956 |
Manufacturer: | Volkswagen |
Seats: | 4 |
Engine and transmission
Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
Engine type: | Boxer, 4 cylinder |
Engine location: | Rear, longitudinal |
Displacement: | 1192 ccm |
Max power: | 39 PS (29 kW) at 3900 Rev. per min. |
Max torque: | 88 Nm at 2400 Rev. per min. |
Compression: | 7:1 |
Bore x stroke: | 77.1 x 64 mm (3 x 2.5 inches) |
Cooling system: | Air |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Fuel type: | Gasoline |
Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio: | 0.0527 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
Max no. of doors: | 2 |
Passenger space: | 3720 litres (983 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
Front brakes: | Drums |
Rear brakes: | Drums |
Dimensions and weight
Weight: | 740 kg (1631.4 pounds) |
Overall length: | 4070 mm (160.2 inches) |
Overall width: | 1560 mm (61.4 inches) |
Overall height: | 1510 mm (59.4 inches) |
Wheelbase: | 2410 mm (94.9 inches) |
Fuel capacity: | 42 litres (11.1 gallons) |