Volkswagen 1303 Super Beetle 1973 specs
General information
| Model: | Volkswagen 1303 Super Beetle |
| Year: | 1973 |
| Category: | Small city/economy cars |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen |
| Seats: | 4 |
Engine and transmission
| Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Engine type: | Boxer, 4 cylinder |
| Engine location: | Rear |
| Displacement: | 1599 ccm |
| Max power: | 53.7 PS (40 kW) at 4000 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 84 Nm at 2000 Rev. per min. |
| Max rev. per min.: | 5500 |
| Bore x stroke: | 77 x 64 mm (3 x 2.5 inches) |
| Fuel control: | Pushrod/overhead valve (OHV) |
| Lubrication system: | Wet sump |
| Cooling system: | Air |
| Clutch: | Dry plate |
| Gearbox: | Manual, 4-speed |
| Ignition: | Mechanical |
| Special features: | 1600cc dualport horizontal four cylinder |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Fuel city driving: | 9.4 litres/100 km (25.02 miles per gallon) |
| Fuel highway driving: | 8.4 litres/100 km (28 miles per gallon) |
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Top speed: | 144.8 km/h (90 mph) |
Exterior and interior
| Chassis type: | Sedan/saloon |
| Max no. of doors: | 2 |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Steering: | manual hydraulic dual circuit breaks |
| Front tire dimensions: | 1505.5 |
| Front suspension: | mcphearson strut |
| Rear suspension: | torsion arm IRS |
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