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Opel Corsa 1.2

General information

ModelOpel Corsa 1.2
Year2001
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating61 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
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1196 ccm (72.98 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power75.00 PS (55 kW or 74 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque113.00 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.3 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.1:1
Bore x stroke72.5 x 72.6 mm (2.9 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0802 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight935 kg (2,061.3 pounds)
Overall length3830 mm (150.8 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
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