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Opel Corsa

General information

ModelOpel Corsa
Year1991
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating54.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size993 ccm (60.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement993 ccm (60.59 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 2600 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
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0592 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space3580 litres (946 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight774 kg (1,706.4 pounds)
Overall length3630 mm (142.9 inches)
Overall width1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2350 mm (92.5 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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