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| Model: | Beetle | | Year: | 1956 | | Rating: | 62.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars | | | Main features, safety and ecconomy |
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| Engine size: | 1192 ccm (72.74 cubic inches) | | Seats: | 4 | | Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 1192 ccm (72.74 cubic inches) | | Engine type: | Boxer, 4 cylinder | | Max power: | 39.00 PS (29 kW or 38 HP) at 3900 Rev. per min. | | Max torque: | 88.00 Nm (9.0 kgf-m or 64.9 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min. | | Compression: | 7.0:1 | | Bore x stroke: | 77.1 x 64.0 mm (3.0 x 2.5 inches) | | Valves per cylinder: | 2 | | Speed and acceleration |
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| Power/weight ratio: | 0.0527 PS/kg | | Exterior and interior |
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| Max no. of doors: | 2 | | Passenger space: | 3720 litres (983 gallons) | | Steering, brakes and tires |
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| Front brakes: | Drums | | Rear brakes: | Drums | | Dimensions and weight |
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| Weight: | 740 kg (1,631.4 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: | 42.0 litres (11.10 gallons) | | Other specifications |
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