60
The Audi 60, produced from 1968 to 1972, is a compact sedan that marked a significant chapter in the German manufacturer's history. Equipped with a 1.5-liter inline four-cylinder engine producing 55 horsepower, it offered reliable and economical driving. Available in two- and four-door versions, the Audi 60 became the best-selling model of the F103 series, with over 216,000 units produced. (audi-mediacenter.com)
Variants by year
1968
Model summary
Data from the ScanRacer library, organized to compare versions quickly.
Model introduction
The Audi 60, produced from 1968 to 1972, is a compact sedan that marked a significant chapter in the German manufacturer's history. Equipped with a 1.5-liter inline four-cylinder engine producing 55 horsepower, it offered reliable and economical driving. Available in two- and four-door versions, the Audi 60 became the best-selling model of the F103 series, with over 216,000 units produced. (audi-mediacenter.com)
History
The Audi 60 was introduced in 1968 as the entry-level model of the F103 series. It was produced until 1972, with a total of 216,987 units manufactured, making it the best-selling model of the series. This success contributed to Audi's financial stability within the Volkswagen Group. (audi-mediacenter.com)
Generations
The Audi 60 was part of the F103 series, which also included the 72, 75, 80, and Super 90 models. All these models shared a similar technical base but differed in engine displacement and power. The F103 series was produced from 1965 to 1972, with the Audi 60 being the best-selling model of this range. (audi-mediacenter.com)
Key differences
Compared to other models in the F103 series, the Audi 60 was distinguished by its 1.5-liter engine producing 55 horsepower, offering more economical driving. Other models, such as the Audi 72 and Audi 80, were equipped with more powerful engines, respectively 1.7 liters and 1.8 liters, offering superior performance. (audi-mediacenter.com)
Photo recognition
To identify an Audi 60, look for a compact sedan from 1968 to 1972 with a 4-door body. The exterior dimensions are 4380 mm in length, 1626 mm in width, and 1451 mm in height. The engine is a 1.5-liter inline four-cylinder producing 55 horsepower. (audi-mediacenter.com)
Important versions
The Audi 60 was offered in two- and four-door versions, with basic equipment. There are no notable special or limited editions for this model. (audi-mediacenter.com)
References
- A new era for the four rings: 60 years since the first post-war AudiAudi MediaCenter
- https://www.automobile-catalog.com/car/1968/74435/audi_60.htmlautomobile-catalog.com
- https://www.automobile-catalog.com/car/1968/158975/audi_60_l.htmlautomobile-catalog.com
- https://www.eurooldtimers.com/cze/galerie-stroj/3269-1968-audi-60.htmleurooldtimers.com
- https://www.eurooldtimers.com/ads/galerie-stroj/3269-1968-audi-60.htmleurooldtimers.com
- https://www.eurooldtimers.com/eng/galerie-stroj/3269-1968-audi-60.htmleurooldtimers.com
- https://www.klassiekerweb.nl/en/merken/audi/60/klassiekerweb.nl
Frequently asked questions
- What years was the Audi 60 produced?
- ScanRacer's referenced versions cover 1968.