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Opel Ascona 1.6

General information

ModelOpel Ascona 1.6
Year1970
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1584 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1584 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power81.10 PS (60 kW or 80 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque118.00 Nm (12.0 kgf-m or 87.0 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke85.0 x 69.8 mm (3.3 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed153.0 km/h (95.1 mph)
0-50 miles9.1 seconds
0-60 miles13.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0877 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3820 litres (1,009 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight925 kg (2,039.3 pounds)
Overall length4170 mm (164.2 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2450 mm (96.5 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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