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Opel Corsa B 1.6i 16V (106 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 Overview:
Opel Corsa (B). With 148 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.8 l/100km). Weighing only 960 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s). The top speed reaches 195 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.
Tested in 1997, the Corsa B received a 2-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection, indicating a basic level of safety performance for its era, with concerns noted regarding structural integrity.
1.6i 16V (106 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong performance for a supermini, providing a genuinely sporty driving experience with good acceleration and responsiveness.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption compared to lower-powered variants, typical for a performance-oriented engine.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of economical engines, especially diesels
- • Compact and easy to maneuver in urban environments
- • Practical interior for its class with decent boot space
- • Generally reliable and inexpensive to maintain
- • Sporty GSI variants offered genuine performance
Cons:
- • Basic safety rating by modern standards (2-star Euro NCAP)
- • Entry-level engines are very underpowered
- • Interior quality can feel dated and basic
- • Ride comfort can be firm on poorer roads
- • Rust can be an issue on older examples
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B: August, 1993 - 1994).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Corsa |
| Generation: | B |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i 16V (106 Hp) |
| Start of production: | August, 1994 |
| End of production: | February, 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 106 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 66.3 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 148 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | X16XE More details about the engine X16XE |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| 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: | 3.25 l |
| Coolant: | 5.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.1 kg/Hp, 110.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 154.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 960 |
| Max. weight: | 1415 |
| Max load: | 455 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1050 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 260 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 46 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3740 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1610 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2443 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Front track: | 1385 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1390 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 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 | 185/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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