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Opel Kadett 1.6 C Coupe

General information

ModelOpel Kadett 1.6 C Coupe
Year1977
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.9 litres/100 km (29.77 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power75.00 PS (55 kW or 74 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque113.00 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.3 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression6.0:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed150.0 km/h (93.2 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0955 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight785 kg (1,730.6 pounds)
Overall length4140 mm (163.0 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions179.0 g/km
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