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Opel Ascona C CC 1.3 S (75 Hp)
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Opel Ascona:
The Opel Ascona is a large family car that was produced by the German automaker Opel from 1970 to 1988. It was produced in three separate generations, beginning with rear-wheel-drive and ending up as a front-wheel drive J-car derivative. The Ascona was developed to fill the gap in the Opel range as the Opel Rekord was gradually growing in size.
The Ascona took its name from the lakeside resort of that name in Ticino, Switzerland, and already in the 1950s a special edition of the Opel Rekord P1 was sold as an Opel Ascona in Switzerland, where the name was again used in 1968 for a locally adapted version of the Opel Kadett B into which the manufacturers had persuaded a 1. 7-litre engine borrowed from the larger Rekord model of the time. The Opel Ascona A launched in 1970 and sold across Europe was, however, the first mainstream Opel model to carry the name — departing from Opel's long standing convention of using German naval rank designations for its models....(Read more on Wikipedia)
C CC Overview:
Opel Ascona (C CC). With 101 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 965 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15 s). The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 S (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An entry-level engine with adequate power for urban environments, but struggles at higher speeds and with heavier loads.
Fuel Economy
Designed for economy, offering good fuel consumption for its time, though performance is compromised.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical hatchback design.
- • Wide range of engines, from economical diesels to sporty petrols.
- • Generally reliable and easy to maintain.
- • Comfortable ride quality for its class.
- • Good value for money on the used market.
Cons:
- • Basic safety features by modern standards.
- • Entry-level engines can feel underpowered.
- • Prone to rust, especially older models.
- • Interior plastics can feel dated and less premium.
- • Not particularly engaging to drive in lower trims.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B (facelift 1979): 1980 - 1981).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Ascona |
| Generation: | C CC |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 S (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1981 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 57.8 Hp/l [57mm less] |
| Torque: | 101 Nm @ 3800-4600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 13S, 13SC More details about the engine 13S, 13SC |
| Engine displacement: | 1297 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.3 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.9 kg/Hp, 77.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.6 kg/Nm, 104.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 965 |
| Max. weight: | 1470 |
| Max load: | 505 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1215 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 445 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 950 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4264 mm mm [57mm less] |
| Width: | 1668 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Height: | 1385 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2574 mm mm [56mm more] |
| Front track: | 1400 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1406 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.95 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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