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Opel Corsa B (facelift 1997) 1.2i 16V (65 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)
B (facelift 1997) Overview:
Opel Corsa (B (facelift 1997)). With 110 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.5 l/100km). Weighing only 870 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14 s). The top speed reaches 163 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 16V (65 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Lively and responsive for its size, making it an enjoyable and capable engine in urban environments and for occasional highway use.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel efficiency for a petrol engine, presenting a sensible and balanced choice for daily driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of economical engines, especially diesels and the 1.0/1.2 16V petrols.
- • Compact size makes it excellent for city driving and parking.
- • Generally reliable and inexpensive to maintain.
- • Good value for money on the used market.
Cons:
- • Below-average Euro NCAP safety rating (2 stars).
- • Basic interior quality and limited refinement compared to newer rivals.
- • Entry-level engines can feel underpowered outside urban environments.
- • Some common issues include rust on older models and occasional electrical gremlins.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(E 3-door: 2014 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Corsa |
| Generation: | B (facelift 1997) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2i 16V (65 Hp) |
| Start of production: | April, 1998 |
| End of production: | July, 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 65 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 54.2 Hp/l [281mm less] |
| Torque: | 110 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | X12XE More details about the engine X12XE |
| Engine displacement: | 1199 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 72.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 72.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.4 kg/Hp, 74.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 126.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 870 |
| Max. weight: | 1370 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1050 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 260 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 46 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3740 mm mm [281mm less] |
| Width: | 1610 mm mm [126mm less] |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm [59mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2445 mm mm [65mm less] |
| Front track: | 1385 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1390 mm |
| 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.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 5 J X 13 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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