Moskvich-403 vs Volkswagen Beetle: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Moskvich · 1962–1965
Moskvich-403
- Power
- 33 kW45 PS
- Top speed
- 115 km/h
- Kerb mass
- 900 kg
Volkswagen · 2011–2019
Beetle III
- Power
- 9–165 kW12–224 PS
- Top speed
- -
- Kerb mass
- -
In plain words
Volkswagen Beetle is the older design (from 1938); Moskvich-403 arrived in 1962. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Volkswagen Beetle yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Full specifications
| Moskvich-403 | Volkswagen Beetle | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 1.4 · petrol · 33 kW (45 PS) | Beetle III · 2 L 4 cyl Automatic (AM-S6) · 2015 (EPA) · diesel |
| Production years | 1962–1965 | 2011–2019 |
| Body | Sedan | Hatchback, Convertible |
| Country | Soviet Union (USSR) | Germany |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 33 kW (45 PS) 44 hp | 9–165 kW (12–224 PS) 12–221 hp Better |
| Power, all versions | 33–37 kW (45–50 PS) 44–50 hp | 9–165 kW (12–224 PS) 12–221 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | 88 Nm 65 lb-ft | No data |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | 115 km/h 71 mph | No data |
| Power per tonne | 37 kW/t 45 hp/ton calculated | No data |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Engine | 1,360 cc · 4 cyl 1.4 l | 2,000 cc · 4 cyl 2.0 l |
| Gearbox | 4-speed manual | 6-speed dual-clutch |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,040 mm 159.1 in | No data |
| Width | 1,540 mm 60.6 in | No data |
| Height | 1,600 mm 63.0 in | No data |
| Wheelbase | 2,380 mm 93.7 in | No data |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | 900 kg 1,984 lb | No data |
| Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. | 35 l 9.2 gal US | No data |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. | No data | 6.9 l/100 km 34.1 mpg US |
| Fuel cost per year | No data | €1,710/year estimated |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | No data | ★★★★★ (2011) |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.65/l diesel.