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Opel Corsa 1.8

General information

ModelOpel Corsa 1.8
Year2001
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating57.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power121.70 PS (90 kW or 120 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque165.00 Nm (16.8 kgf-m or 121.7 ft.lbs) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke80.6 x 88.2 mm (3.2 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles8.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1096 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 gallons)
Cargo space260 litres (69 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 260 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 200 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1110 kg (2,447.1 pounds)
Overall length3820 mm (150.4 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Fuel capacity53.0 litres (14.00 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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