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

Details-
BrandVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
GenerationScirocco I (53)
Modification1.6 (75 Hp)
Start Of ProductionMarch, 1974
End Of ProductionAugust, 1977

Performance

The Volkswagen Scirocco is a sporty coupe with impressive acceleration, going from 0-100 km/h in just 11.3 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 165 km/h.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh11.3 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph11.3 sec
Max Speed165 km/h 102.53 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 8 liters per 100 kilometers in combined driving, and 5.8 liters per 100 kilometers in extra urban driving.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban5.8 l/100 km 40.55 US mpg 48.7 UK mpg 17.24 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined8 l/100 km 29.4 US mpg 35.31 UK mpg 12.5 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The car is a Scirocco with a 4-cylinder, inline, naturally aspirated engine with a displacement of 1588 cm3, producing 75 Hp and 119 Nm of torque. It has a carburettor fuel system and SOHC valvetrain. The engine is transversely mounted at the front, driving the front wheels through a 4-speed manual transmission. The car features an independent, type McPherson front suspension and a trailing arm rear suspension. The rating for these specs is a 3 out of 5.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power75 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
Power Per Litre47.2 Hp/l
Torque119 Nm @ 3200 rpm. 87.77 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeEM, FN, FP
Engine Displacement1588 cm3 96.91 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore79.5 mm 3.13 in.
Piston Stroke80 mm 3.15 in.
Compression Ratio8.2
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 Scirocco is a well-equipped car with a robust braking system, featuring disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. It also boasts a reliable steering system with a rack and pinion mechanism. The car rides on 5J x 13 wheel rims, providing a comfortable and stable 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 10.7 kg/Hp (93.8 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.7 kg/Nm (148.8 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 800 kg (1763.7 lbs.) and a max weight of 1170 kg (2579.41 lbs.). The car has a max load capacity of 370 kg (815.71 lbs.) and a trunk boot space that ranges from 347 l (12.25 cu. ft.) to 533 l (18.82 cu. ft.). It can tow a trailer with a braked load of 800 kg (1763.7 lbs.) and without brakes, 400 kg (881.85 lbs.).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio10.7 kg/Hp, 93.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.7 kg/Nm, 148.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight800 kg 1763.7 lbs.
Max Weight1170 kg 2579.41 lbs.
Max Load370 kg 815.71 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.

The Scirocco accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 11.3 seconds.

The top speed of the Scirocco is electronically limited to 165 km/h.

The Scirocco is known for its agile handling and responsive steering, making it a joy to drive on twisty roads.

Petrol (Gasoline)

8 l/100 km (29.4 US mpg, 35.31 UK mpg, 12.5 km/l)

5.8 l/100 km (40.55 US mpg, 48.7 UK mpg, 17.24 km/l)

The engine produces 75 Hp (55 kW) at 5600 rpm.

A 4-speed manual transmission is used in this car.

The engine is mounted at the front and drives the front wheels.

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

The Scirocco has a steering rack and pinion mechanism.

The Scirocco has 5J x 13 wheel rims.

The Scirocco is a coupe with 2 doors.

The Scirocco has a range of engines, with horsepower ranging from 125 to 280 hp.

No, the Scirocco is only available with front-wheel drive.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Scirocco is 10.7 kg/Hp (93.8 Hp/tonne).

The max load capacity of the Scirocco is 370 kg (815.71 lbs.).

The permitted trailer load without brakes for the Scirocco is 400 kg (881.85 lbs.).