Benz Velo
| Benz Velocipede | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Rheinische Gasmotorenfabrik Benz & Cie. |
| Also called | Benz Velo Benz Ideal |
| Production | 1894–1902 |
| Designer | Karl Benz |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | RR layout |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.0L (1,045 cc (63.8 cu in)) single |
| Power output | 1.5–3 brake horsepower (1.1–2.2 kW; 1.5–3.0 PS) @ 450 rpm 4.4–5.2 newton-metres (3.2–3.8 lb⋅ft) |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Curb weight | 280–320 kilograms (620–710 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Benz Patent-Motorwagen |
The Benz Velo was one of the first cars, introduced by Carl Benz in 1894 as the followup to the Patent-Motorwagen. 67 Benz Velos were built in 1894 and 134 in 1895. The early Velo had a 1L 1.5-metric-horsepower (1.5 hp; 1.1 kW) engine, and later a 3-metric-horsepower (3 hp; 2 kW) engine giving a top speed of 19 km/h (12 mph). The Velo was officially introduced by Karl Benz as the Velocipede, and became the world's first standardized serial production car. The Velocipede remained in production between 1894 and 1902, with a final count of over 1,200 produced.