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Volkswagen Passat B1 1.6 (75 Hp)
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Volkswagen Passat:
The Volkswagen Passat is a nameplate of large family cars manufactured and marketed by the German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen since 1973 and also marketed variously as the Dasher, Santana, Quantum, Magotan, Corsar and Carat — in saloon, estate, and hatchback body styles.
A "four-door coupé" variant of the Passat with a lower roof was released in the North American market in 2008 as the Passat CC, which was then renamed to Volkswagen CC. The CC was succeeded by the Arteon in 2017....(Read more on Wikipedia)
B1 Overview:
Volkswagen Passat (B1). With 121 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.3 l/100km). Weighing only 905 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 163 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Volkswagen Passat B1 was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP testing in 1997. Therefore, no official Euro NCAP safety rating is available for this generation. Safety features were rudimentary by modern standards, typical for vehicles of its era.
1.6 (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine for its time, offering adequate power for daily driving and reasonable highway cruising. 0-60 mph in 13 seconds was competitive.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a 1970s petrol engine, with extra-urban figures around 6.8 l/100km making it suitable for longer journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious interior for a family car.
- • Reliable and robust mechanicals, typical of Volkswagen.
- • Good range of engine options, including an economical diesel.
- • Comfortable ride quality for its class.
- • Versatile body styles (sedan, wagon, hatchback).
Cons:
- • Basic safety features by modern standards.
- • Performance of lower-spec engines can be sluggish.
- • Rust can be an issue on older models.
- • Interior design is functional but lacks flair.
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | B1 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1973 |
| End of production: | 1975 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2-4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 47.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 121 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | YN |
| Engine displacement: | 1588 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
| Coolant: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.1 kg/Hp, 82.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 133.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 905 |
| Max. weight: | 1330 |
| Max load: | 425 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1320 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 473 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 450 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4290 mm |
| Width: | 1615 mm |
| Height: | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2469 mm |
| Front track: | 1341 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1349 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 107 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.3 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc, 238.76 mm |
| Rear brakes | Drum, 180.34 mm |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 5J x 13 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm |
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