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Opel Corsa 1.2

General information

ModelOpel Corsa 1.2
Year1982
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating62.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1196 ccm (72.98 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving5.7 litres/100 km (41.27 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1196 ccm (72.98 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power52.70 PS (39 kW or 52 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque93 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.6 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke79.0 x 61.0 mm (3.1 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed151.0 km/h (93.8 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0698 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight755 kg (1,664.5 pounds)
Overall length3960 mm (155.9 inches)
Overall width1550 mm (61.0 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions179.0 g/km
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