Honda Concerto Hatch (HW) 1.6 16V (122 Hp) Automatic
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Honda Concerto:
The Honda Concerto is a compact car manufactured by Honda from 1988 until 1996. Designed to aim at European tastes, it was jointly developed by Honda and the Austin Rover Group and was introduced in Japan on 15 June 1988, and in European markets in October 1989. Japanese production finished in October 1992 and British production finished in 1995. The car was named for the musical composition and was a successor to the second generation Honda Ballade, a higher specification Honda Civic. All Japanese versions were exclusive to Japanese Honda dealerships called Honda Clio....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Hatch (HW) Overview:
Honda Concerto (Hatch (HW)). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1080 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.5 s). The top speed reaches 185 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.
Performance Verdict
Offers strong performance for an automatic, with 122 Hp providing brisk acceleration, though the automatic gearbox slightly dulls responsiveness compared to manual.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 9.2 l/100 km is acceptable for an automatic 1.6L engine from this era, but not class-leading.
Best Use Case:
City / Mixed driving
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Honda reliability and build quality
- • Engaging handling and comfortable ride for its class
- • Efficient 16V engines, especially the 1.5L
- • Practical hatchback body with good cargo space
- • Relatively spacious interior for a compact car
Cons:
- • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Automatic transmissions can feel sluggish and impact fuel economy
- • Interior design is functional but lacks flair
- • Parts availability might be challenging for specific components due to age
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Concerto |
| Generation: | Hatch (HW) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 16V (122 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1989 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 122 Hp @ 6800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 76.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 5700 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1590 |
| 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: | 75 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.9 kg/Hp, 113 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 129.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1080 |
| Max. weight: | 1580 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 820 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 370 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4265 mm |
| Width: | 1690 mm |
| Height: | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2550 mm |
| Front track: | 1475 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 175/70 R13; 185/60 R14 |
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| Wheel rims size | 13; 14 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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