The Ascona is a decent car with a moderate acceleration of 15.5 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h and a top speed of 155 km/h. Its drag coefficient of 0.46 is relatively good, indicating a sleek design.
Specs
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
15.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
15.5 sec
Max Speed
155 km/h 96.31 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.46
Body & Dimensions
The Ascona is a compact sedan with a length of 4321 mm, width of 1670 mm, and height of 1380 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2518 mm and a minimum turning circle of 10.1 meters. The ride height and ground clearance are 130 mm. It has 2-4 doors and can seat 5 people.
Specs
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
2-4
Length
4321 mm 170.12 in.
Width
1670 mm 65.75 in.
Height
1380 mm 54.33 in.
Wheelbase
2518 mm 99.13 in.
Front Track
1380 mm 54.33 in.
Rear Track
1375 mm 54.13 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.1 m 33.14 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
130 mm 5.12 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Ascona is a petrol-powered vehicle known for its agility and handling. It offers a comfortable ride and is well-equipped with features.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Ascona boasts a naturally aspirated 1.3L engine producing 75 hp and 96 Nm of torque, offering responsive performance. Its inline configuration and moderate power-to-weight ratio ensure a balanced driving experience.
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Rating
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
75 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
57.8 Hp/l
Torque
96 Nm @ 4200 rpm. 70.81 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm.
Engine Model Code
13S, 13SC
Engine Displacement
1297 cm3 79.15 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
75 mm 2.95 in.
Piston Stroke
73.4 mm 2.89 in.
Compression Ratio
9.2
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
2.5 l 2.64 US qt | 2.2 UK qt
Coolant
5.8 l 6.13 US qt | 5.1 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Brakes
The Ascona is a reliable car with a robust braking system, featuring disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear, providing a decent stopping power.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Weight & Capacity
The Ascona boasts a lightweight design with a power-to-weight ratio of 81.1 hp/tonne, indicating strong performance. Its weight distribution is well-balanced, resulting in excellent handling and agility. The spacious trunk offers 380 liters of cargo space, making it suitable for daily errands and weekend getaways.
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Weight To Power Ratio
12.3 kg/Hp, 81.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
9.6 kg/Nm, 103.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
925 kg 2039.28 lbs.
Max Weight
1385 kg 3053.4 lbs.
Max Load
460 kg 1014.13 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
380 l 13.42 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l 13.21 US gal | 11 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1000 kg 2204.62 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
500 kg 1102.31 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Opel - Ascona B (facelift 1979)
4321 mm (170.12 in.)
2-4 doors
10.1 m (33.14 ft.)
The top speed of the Ascona is 155 km/h or 96.31 mph.
The Ascona accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 15.5 seconds.
The drag coefficient of the Ascona is 0.46, indicating a relatively sleek design.
The Ascona runs on petrol (Gasoline).
The text does not include information about the main features of the Ascona.
The text does not include information about the performance specifications of the Ascona.
The Ascona has an inline engine configuration with 4 cylinders.
The Ascona features a carburetor fuel injection system.
The Ascona is rear-wheel drive, with the engine powering the rear wheels.
Disc
Drum
Yes, the Ascona is known for its reliability.
The Opel Ascona was designed to be a compact, affordable car for the European market.
The most popular trim level was the base model, which was known for its reliability and fuel efficiency.
No, the Opel Ascona was not designed to be a performance car. It was intended for everyday driving and commuting.
Fuel consumption information is not in the given specs.
The maximum trailer load with brakes is 1000 kg, while without brakes, it can tow up to 500 kg.
Ground clearance information is not in the given specs.
