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Opel Corsa A (facelift 1987) 1.2i (45 Hp)
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Opel Corsa:
The Opel Corsa is a supermini car manufactured and marketed by Opel since 1982. The car is known as the Vauxhall Corsa in the United Kingdom. Before General Motors sold Opel and Vauxhall to PSA Group in 2017, the Corsa was also rebadged under the Chevrolet, Holden and Buick brands.
The Corsa was once the best-selling car in the world in 1998, recording 910,839 sales. At that time, the Corsa assembled on four continents, marketed under five different marques and offered in five body styles. By 2007, over 18 million Corsas had been sold globally....(Read more on Wikipedia)
A (facelift 1987) Overview:
Opel Corsa (A (facelift 1987)). With 80 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.2 l/100km). Weighing only 740 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 18 s). The top speed reaches 143 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.
1.2i (45 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Entry-level performance, best suited for light urban duties, struggles outside city limits.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for its class, making it a very cheap car to run.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of economical engines.
- • Sporty GSi models offer engaging performance.
- • Compact size and agile handling for city driving.
- • Simple mechanics make it relatively easy to maintain.
- • Good fuel efficiency on many trims.
Cons:
- • Lack of modern safety features.
- • Basic interior comfort and refinement.
- • Rust can be a significant issue on older models.
- • Entry-level engines are underpowered for highway use.
- • Limited passenger and cargo space compared to modern cars.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(A Sedan (facelift 1987): 1987 - 1990).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Corsa |
| Generation: | A (facelift 1987) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2i (45 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1990 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 45 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 37.6 Hp/l [333mm less] |
| Torque: | 80 Nm @ 2200-2600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | C12NZ More details about the engine C12NZ |
| Engine displacement: | 1196 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 61 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 7.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 18 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 18 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 143 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.4 kg/Hp, 60.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.3 kg/Nm, 108.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 17.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 740 |
| Max. weight: | 1220 |
| Max load: | 480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1060 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 270 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3622 mm mm [333mm less] |
| Width: | 1532 mm mm [8mm less] |
| Height: | 1365 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2343 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1320 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1307 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| 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.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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