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Vauxhall Viva HB Estate 1100 (48 Hp)
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Vauxhall Viva:
The Vauxhall Viva is a small family car that was produced by Vauxhall in a succession of three versions between 1963 and 1979. These were designated the HA, HB and HC series.
The Viva was introduced a year after Vauxhall's fellow General Motors company Opel launched the Opel Kadett A. Both cars were a result of the same General Motors project sharing the same floorpan and engine construction. A major difference was the use of metric measurements for the Opel and Imperial units for the Vauxhall. The cars are visually similar, however few components are interchangeable. A van version was also produced, as the Bedford HA. In the UK the Viva's principal competitors at the time of its launch included the well-established Ford Anglia and Morris Minor....(Read more on Wikipedia)
HB Estate Overview:
Vauxhall Viva (HB Estate). With 84 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 851 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1100 (48 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
As the entry-level engine, the 1.1L 48 Hp unit provided very modest performance, best suited for city driving and light loads. Highway cruising would be a struggle.
Fuel Economy
This engine was designed for maximum economy, offering the best fuel efficiency among the lineup, albeit at the cost of significant power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious estate body style for its size.
- • Affordable and accessible classic car ownership.
- • Simple mechanicals, relatively easy to maintain.
- • Charming classic British design.
- • Good range of engines for different needs.
Cons:
- • Lacks modern safety features entirely.
- • Performance is modest by contemporary standards.
- • Rust can be a significant issue on unrestored examples.
- • Basic interior comfort and features.
- • Finding specific parts can be challenging.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(HA: 1963 - 1966).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Viva |
| Generation: | HB Estate |
| Modification (Engine): | 1100 (48 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1966 |
| End of production: | 1970 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 48 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 41.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 84 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1159 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77.7 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 61 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.7 kg/Hp, 56.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.1 kg/Nm, 98.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 851 |
| Max. weight: | 1279 |
| Max load: | 428 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 36.37 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4104 mm mm [164mm more] |
| Width: | 1600 mm mm [91mm more] |
| Height: | 1349 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2433 mm mm [110mm more] |
| Front track: | 1295 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1295 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
If you could change one thing about the Vauxhall Viva, what would it be?