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Opel Corsa 1.6

General information

ModelOpel Corsa 1.6
Year1988
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating56.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving6.0 litres/100 km (39.20 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power101.40 PS (75 kW or 100 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque135 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke80.0 x 79.5 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed188.0 km/h (116.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1237 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space3580 litres (946 gallons)
Cargo space260 litres (69 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight820 kg (1,807.8 pounds)
Overall length3630 mm (142.9 inches)
Overall width1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2740 mm (107.9 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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