Volkswagen Scirocco Scirocco I (53)
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Volkswagen - Scirocco I (53)

Details-
BrandVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
GenerationScirocco I (53)
Modification1.1 (50 Hp)
Start Of ProductionMarch, 1974
End Of ProductionAugust, 1977

Performance

None

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh16 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph16 sec
Max Speed144 km/h 89.48 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Scirocco is a compact coupe with a length of 3885 mm, width of 1624 mm, and height of 1309 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2400 mm and a minimum turning circle of 10.3 meters. The ride height and ground clearance are 125 mm.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats4
Doors2
Length3885 mm 152.95 in.
Width1624 mm 63.94 in.
Height1309 mm 51.54 in.
Wheelbase2400 mm 94.49 in.
Front Track1390 mm 54.72 in.
Rear Track1350 mm 53.15 in.
Min Turning Circle10.3 m 33.79 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance125 mm 4.92 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Scirocco is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 7.5 liters per 100 kilometers in combined driving, and 5.4 liters per 100 kilometers in extra urban driving.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban5.4 l/100 km 43.56 US mpg 52.31 UK mpg 18.52 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined7.5 l/100 km 31.36 US mpg 37.66 UK mpg 13.33 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Volkswagen Scirocco boasts a 1.0-liter inline-4 engine delivering 50 horsepower at 6000 rpm. With a power-to-liter ratio of 45.7 hp/l, the Scirocco offers spirited performance. The engine is paired with a 4-speed manual transmission and drives the front wheels. Independent suspension and a trailing arm rear suspension ensure a comfortable and agile ride.

Specs-
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power50 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre45.7 Hp/l
Torque79 Nm @ 3000 rpm. 58.27 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeFA
Engine Displacement1093 cm3 66.7 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore69.5 mm 2.74 in.
Piston Stroke72 mm 2.83 in.
Compression Ratio8
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionTrailing arm

Brakes

The Volkswagen Scirocco is a compact car with a disc brake system in the front and drum brakes in the rear. It features a steering rack and pinion system and 5J x 13 wheel rims. Overall, it's a reliable and efficient ride.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Wheel Rims Size5J x 13

Weight & Capacity

The Scirocco has a weight-to-power ratio of 15.6 kg/Hp (64.1 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 9.9 kg/Nm (101.3 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 780 kg (1719.61 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1170 kg (2579.41 lbs.), with a maximum load capacity of 390 kg (859.8 lbs.). The trunk boot space ranges from 347 l (12.25 cu. ft.) to 533 l (18.82 cu. ft.). It can tow up to 800 kg (1763.7 lbs.) with brakes and 400 kg (881.85 lbs.) without brakes.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio15.6 kg/Hp, 64.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio9.9 kg/Nm, 101.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight780 kg 1719.61 lbs.
Max Weight1170 kg 2579.41 lbs.
Max Load390 kg 859.8 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum347 l 12.25 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum533 l 18.82 cu. ft.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent800 kg 1763.7 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes400 kg 881.85 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Volkswagen - Scirocco I (53)

The body type of the Scirocco is a Coupe.

The Scirocco has 2 doors.

The wheelbase of the Scirocco is 2400 mm or 94.49 in.

The Scirocco accelerates from 0-62 mph in 16 seconds.

The Scirocco has a maximum speed of 144 km/h (89.48 mph).

The Scirocco accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 16 seconds.

Petrol (Gasoline)

5.4 liters per 100 kilometers

7.5 liters per 100 kilometers

The Scirocco is equipped with a carburetor.

The Scirocco comes with a 4-speed manual transmission.

The Scirocco features a front, transverse engine layout.

The Scirocco has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.

The Scirocco has a steering rack and pinion system.

The Scirocco's wheel rims are 5J x 13.

The Scirocco comes equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with 245 horsepower and 268 lb-ft of torque.

The Scirocco features advanced safety technologies such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.

The Scirocco has an estimated fuel efficiency of 22 mpg city and 30 mpg highway.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Scirocco is 15.6 kg/Hp (64.1 Hp/tonne).

The Scirocco can tow up to 800 kg (1763.7 lbs.) with brakes and 400 kg (881.85 lbs.) without brakes.

The trunk boot space of the Scirocco ranges from 347 l (12.25 cu. ft.) to 533 l (18.82 cu. ft.).