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Opel Manta 1.6

General information

ModelOpel Manta 1.6
Year1970
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1584 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1584 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power68.00 PS (50 kW or 67 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque108.00 Nm (11.0 kgf-m or 79.7 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke85.1 x 69.8 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0720 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3960 litres (1,046 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (389.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight945 kg (2,083.4 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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