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Opel GT 1900 1968

General information

ModelOpel GT 1900
Year1968
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1897 ccm (115.75 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1897 ccm (115.75 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power89.20 PS (66 kW or 88 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque150.00 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed182.0 km/h (113.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.0 seconds
0-50 miles7.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0920 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3820 litres (1,009 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight970 kg (2,138.5 pounds)
Overall length4120 mm (162.2 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1240 mm (48.8 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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