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Opel Corsa

General information

ModelOpel Corsa
Year2001
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating55.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size997 ccm (60.84 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement997 ccm (60.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max power59.80 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque88.00 Nm (9.0 kgf-m or 64.9 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke73.4 x 78.6 mm (2.9 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0661 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3/5
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight905 kg (1,995.2 pounds)
Overall length3830 mm (150.8 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
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