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Borgward Arabella Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1959–1963) — First Generation

The first-generation Borgward Arabella is a compact two-door sedan, built for straightforward everyday motoring. Here is what to expect from its mechanical side and how the car behaves for a modern owner.

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Borgward Arabella Engines and Transmissions

Every Borgward Arabella engine on offer here runs on gasoline, in the small-displacement tradition typical of compact sedans from this era. Expect modest output geared toward light weight rather than speed, with a manually shifted transmission and a powertrain tuned for relaxed town driving and easy maintenance.

Sedan 2-doors — Borgward Arabella Engines and Transmissions

Sedan 2-doors Borgward Arabella Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
0.9 MT	Gasoline	897 cm³	44 hp	33 kW	64 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
0.9 MT	Gasoline	897 cm³	37 hp	28 kW	61 N⋅m	Manual	FWD

Borgward Arabella Dimensions

Sedan 2-doors — Borgward Arabella Dimensions

Sedan 2-doors Borgward Arabella Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
0.9 MT	3830 mm	1510 mm	1395 mm	2200 mm	735 kg	1075 kg	175 mm
0.9 MT	3830 mm	1510 mm	1395 mm	2200 mm	735 kg	1075 kg	175 mm

Borgward Arabella Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1959–1963) — First Generation