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Opel Kadett B Fastback

General information

ModelOpel Kadett B Fastback
Year1969
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating52.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1078 ccm (65.78 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.9 litres/100 km (29.77 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1078 ccm (65.78 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power45.00 PS (33 kW or 44 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque76.00 Nm (7.7 kgf-m or 56.1 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke87.1 x 69.8 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0596 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4690 litres (1,239 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (389.8 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight755 kg (1,664.5 pounds)
Overall length4190 mm (165.0 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2420 mm (95.3 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions142.0 g/km
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