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Opel Corsa A (facelift 1990) 1.5 D (50 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 1990) Overview:
Opel Corsa (A (facelift 1990)). With 90 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~6 l/100km). Weighing only 840 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.5 s). The top speed reaches 151 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.
1.5 D (50 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very slow and purely utilitarian, not designed for spirited driving but for basic transport.
Fuel Economy
Exceptional fuel economy, making it one of the cheapest options to run in terms of fuel cost.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact and easy to maneuver in urban environments
- • Wide range of engine options, from economical to sporty
- • Generally robust and simple mechanicals, leading to good reliability
- • Affordable to purchase and maintain for its era
- • Practical hatchback design with decent cargo space for its size
Cons:
- • Lacks modern safety features and crash test ratings
- • Basic interior comfort and refinement compared to later models
- • Entry-level engines are very slow, especially outside of city limits
- • Dated styling and technology by contemporary standards
- • Limited sound insulation, leading to road and engine noise at speed
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(A (facelift 1987): 1989 - 1990).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Corsa |
| Generation: | A (facelift 1990) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 D (50 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1992 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 50 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 33.6 Hp/l [30mm more] |
| Torque: | 90 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 15D, 4EC1 More details about the engine 15D, 4EC1 |
| Engine displacement: | 1488 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.75 l |
| Coolant: | 6.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 23:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 151 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.8 kg/Hp, 59.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.3 kg/Nm, 107.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 840 |
| Max. weight: | 1315 |
| Max load: | 475 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1060 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 270 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 400 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3652 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Width: | 1535 mm mm [3mm more] |
| Height: | 1365 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2343 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1320 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1307 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 165/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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