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Opel Ascona 1.6

General information

ModelOpel Ascona 1.6
Year1981
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60 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
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power82.00 PS (60 kW or 81 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque134.00 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 98.8 ft.lbs) at 2600 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke79.0 x 81.5 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0812 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4290 litres (1,133 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1014 kg (2,235.5 pounds)
Overall length4380 mm (172.4 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
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