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Opel Ascona 1.3

General information

ModelOpel Ascona 1.3
Year1982
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1297 ccm (79.14 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1297 ccm (79.14 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.80 PS (45 kW or 60 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque94.00 Nm (9.6 kgf-m or 69.3 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression8.2:1
Bore x stroke75.0 x 73.4 mm (3.0 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed150.0 km/h (93.2 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0640 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight950 kg (2,094.4 pounds)
Overall length4370 mm (172.0 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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