Volkswagen Beetle I 1.6
37 kW50 PS50 hp98 Nm1938–2003
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- Power
- 37 kW 50 PS · 50 hp
- Torque
- 98 Nm 72 lb-ft
- Displacement
- 1,600 cm³
Built 1938–2003, the Volkswagen Beetle I 1.6 develops 37 kW (50 PS) and 98 Nm of torque from a 1.6-litre engine. In the Beetle I 1.6, power goes to the front wheels.
No other version of the Beetle I matches its output among 3 versions - that is 311% more than the entry 9 kW version. Set the Beetle I 1.6 against the Moskvich-407 or the Moskvich-403 in a full comparison.
Engine
| Displacement | 1,600 cm³ 1.6 l · 98 cu in |
|---|---|
| Power | 37 kW 50 PS · 50 hp |
| Torque | 98 Nm 72 lb-ft |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
Production
| Years | 1938–2003 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Beetle I (1938–2003) |
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