Volkswagen Beetle 1200 1955 specs
General information
| Model: | Volkswagen Beetle 1200 |
| Year: | 1955 |
| Category: | Small city/economy cars |
| 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: | 89 Nm at 2400 Rev. per min. |
| Bore x stroke: | 77 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
| Passenger space: | 3720 litres (983 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Front brakes: | Drums |
| Rear brakes: | Drums |
| Turn circle: | 11 m (433.1 inches) |
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) |
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