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Opel Ascona 1.3 Fastback

General information

ModelOpel Ascona 1.3 Fastback
Year1982
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1296 ccm (79.08 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1296 ccm (79.08 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.80 PS (45 kW or 60 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque94.00 Nm (9.6 kgf-m or 69.3 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression8.2:1
Bore x stroke75.0 x 73.4 mm (3.0 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed150.0 km/h (93.2 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0630 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight965 kg (2,127.5 pounds)
Overall length4270 mm (168.1 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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