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Opel Corsa 1.3

General information

ModelOpel Corsa 1.3
Year1982
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating58.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1295 ccm (79.02 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.5 litres/100 km (31.36 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1295 ccm (79.02 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power71.00 PS (52 kW or 70 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque102.00 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke75.0 x 73.4 mm (3.0 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed166.0 km/h (103.1 mph)
0-60 miles11.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0959 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight740 kg (1,631.4 pounds)
Overall length3960 mm (155.9 inches)
Overall width1550 mm (61.0 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions142.0 g/km
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