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Izh 2126 1.7 (85 Hp)
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Izh 2126:
The Izh 2126, also known as the "Oda" , is a compact hatchback produced by the Soviet automotive maker IZh between 1990 and 2005.
The Oda was designed to serve as a practical replacement to the 1982 Izh 2125 Kombi, and was the last of the Izhevsk-designed vehicles. A pick-up truck/panel van variant, known as Izh 2717, was also produced from 1991 to 2005. The first prototype appeared in 1977, but production was delayed for several years....(Read more on Wikipedia)
2126 Overview:
Izh 2126 (2126). With 133 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.5 l/100km). Weighing only 980 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15 s). The top speed reaches 150 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.
The Izh 2126 generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a vehicle from the 1990s designed for the domestic market, it likely features minimal modern safety features and would perform poorly by contemporary standards.
1.7 (85 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
With 85 Hp and a 15-second acceleration, this engine offers a slightly more sprightly feel than the 1.8L, making it one of the better petrol options for general driving and overtaking.
Fuel Economy
Expected to offer a reasonable balance of power and fuel efficiency for its displacement and technology, potentially benefiting from a slightly smaller displacement than the 1.8L.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs
- • Simple, robust mechanicals (easy to repair and maintain)
- • Practical hatchback body style with decent cargo space (300-958 liters)
- • Rear-wheel drive offers traditional driving feel and good traction in some conditions
Cons:
- • Outdated design and technology by Western standards
- • Poor safety features by modern standards (no Euro NCAP rating)
- • Limited engine performance across the range, especially for highway speeds
- • Basic interior comfort and materials, lacking refinement
- • Rust susceptibility (common for cars of this era and region)
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Izh |
| Model: | 2126 |
| Generation: | 2126 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.7 (85 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 85 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 50 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 133 Nm |
| Engine displacement: | 1700 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 150 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.5 kg/Hp, 86.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 135.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 980 |
| Max. weight: | 1380 |
| Max load: | 400 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 958 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 300 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4053 mm mm |
| Width: | 1660 mm mm |
| Height: | 1357 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2470 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1390 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1370 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/70 R13 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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