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Opel Ascona

General information

ModelOpel Ascona
Year1973
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1196 ccm (72.98 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1196 ccm (72.98 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.00 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque90.00 Nm (9.2 kgf-m or 66.4 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke79.0 x 61.0 mm (3.1 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0659 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3960 litres (1,046 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Dimensions and weight

Weight910 kg (2,006.2 pounds)
Overall length4140 mm (163.0 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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