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Opel Ascona 1.6

General information

ModelOpel Ascona 1.6
Year1975
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1583 ccm (96.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1583 ccm (96.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.80 PS (45 kW or 60 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque103.00 Nm (10.5 kgf-m or 76.0 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke85.0 x 69.8 mm (3.3 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0627 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight970 kg (2,138.5 pounds)
Overall length4330 mm (170.5 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)
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