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Opel Ascona 1.6 S

General information

ModelOpel Ascona 1.6 S
Year1975
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.3 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 power75.00 PS (55 kW or 74 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
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 ratio0.0743 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1010 kg (2,226.7 pounds)
Overall length4330 mm (170.5 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheelbase2640 mm (103.9 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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