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Opel Corsa 1.0

General information

ModelOpel Corsa 1.0
Year1985
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating55.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size991 ccm (60.47 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving6.0 litres/100 km (39.20 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement991 ccm (60.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power45.60 PS (34 kW or 45 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque68.00 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Bore x stroke72.0 x 61.0 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0592 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3820 litres (1,009 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight770 kg (1,697.6 pounds)
Overall length3960 mm (155.9 inches)
Overall width1550 mm (61.0 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2850 mm (112.2 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions179.0 g/km
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