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Chevrolet Corsa Hatch (GM 4200) 1.0 i 16V (68 Hp)
Overall Rating
Chevrolet 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)
Hatch (GM 4200) Overview:
Chevrolet Corsa (Hatch (GM 4200)). With 89 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 910 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.9 s). The top speed reaches 155 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.
1.0 i 16V (68 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An improvement over the 8V 1.0i, this 16V version offers slightly better responsiveness and a marginal increase in power. It remains primarily a city car, but feels less strained.
Fuel Economy
The 16-valve head contributes to improved efficiency, making this a more economical choice than the 8V 1.0i, especially in urban driving conditions. Good for budget-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact size ideal for urban driving and parking
- • Generally good fuel economy with smaller engines
- • Simple and robust mechanicals, often easy to maintain
- • Affordable to buy and run as a used vehicle
- • Spacious interior for its class
Cons:
- • Basic safety features and low Euro NCAP rating
- • Limited performance from the smaller engines on highways
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Potential for rust, especially on older models
- • Lack of modern amenities and refinement
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatch (GM 4200): 1997 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Corsa |
| Generation: | Hatch (GM 4200) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 i 16V (68 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3/5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 68 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 89 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 996 |
| 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 layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 71 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 62.9 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.4 kg/Hp, 74.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.2 kg/Nm, 97.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 910 |
| Max. weight: | 1405 |
| Max load: | 495 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1050 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 260 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 46 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3730 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1610 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1390 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2445 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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