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Mitsubishi Cordia A21_A 1.6 GSL (A212A) (75 Hp)
Overall Rating
Mitsubishi Cordia:
The Mitsubishi Cordia is a compact hatchback-coupé manufactured by Mitsubishi Motors between 1982 and 1990. Alongside the Tredia and Starion, the Cordia is one of the first cars imported and sold in the United States by Mitsubishi without the help of Chrysler Corporation, which owned a stake in Mitsubishi and sold its models as captive imports. The Cordia XP was the model sold at the Japanese Car Plaza retail chain, while the Cordia XG was sold at the Galant Shop chain. The Cordia XG model had a somewhat smaller front grille....(Read more on Wikipedia)
A21_A Overview:
Mitsubishi Cordia (A21_A). With 116 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.3 l/100km). Weighing only 925 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Mitsubishi Cordia A21_A was produced before modern safety testing standards like Euro NCAP were established, so no official rating is available. Safety features would be basic by contemporary standards.
1.6 GSL (A212A) (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A modest performer, suitable for daily commuting with adequate power for city driving but limited for spirited highway use.
Fuel Economy
Offers reasonable fuel economy for its era, especially in extra-urban conditions, making it an economical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Range of engines including potent turbocharged options
- • Sporty handling for its class
- • Distinctive 80s styling
- • Good fuel economy on naturally aspirated models
- • Front-wheel-drive layout offered practical space
Cons:
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Interior quality could be basic
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
- • Parts availability may be challenging today
- • Naturally aspirated engines are underpowered by modern standards
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Cordia |
| Generation: | A21_A |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 GSL (A212A) (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1982 |
| End of production: | 1986 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 47 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 116 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4G32 |
| Engine displacement: | 1597 |
| 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: | 3.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.3 kg/Hp, 81.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 125.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 925 |
| Max. weight: | 1440 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 515 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1100 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 460 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4275 mm mm |
| Width: | 1655 mm mm |
| Height: | 1320 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2445 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1410 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1375 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 165 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m |
| 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 |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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