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Opel Corsa B Kasten 1.4 (90 Hp)
Overall Rating
Opel 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)
B Kasten Overview:
Opel Corsa (B Kasten). With 125 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1000 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.5 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for urban driving and light highway use, suitable for small commercial tasks without feeling underpowered.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption for a petrol engine of its time, acceptable for its power output but less economical than its diesel counterpart.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact and maneuverable for urban environments
- • Economical diesel engine option
- • Practical cargo space for its size
- • Simple and robust mechanics, easy to maintain
- • Good value as a used commercial vehicle
Cons:
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Limited comfort and refinement
- • Dated interior design and technology
- • Petrol engine can be thirsty for commercial use
- • Performance of the diesel engine is quite modest
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(A (facelift 1990): 1992 - March, 1993).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Corsa |
| Generation: | B Kasten |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 64.8 Hp/l [374mm more] |
| Torque: | 125 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | X14XE More details about the engine X14XE |
| Engine displacement: | 1389 |
| 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 oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.1 kg/Hp, 90 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 125 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1000 |
| Max. weight: | 1435 |
| Max load: | 435 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1213 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 400 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 46 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4026 mm mm [374mm more] |
| Width: | 1610 mm mm [75mm more] |
| Height: | 1465 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2443 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Front track: | 1387 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1387 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 |
| Tires size | 185/60 R14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
If you could change one thing about the Opel Corsa, what would it be?