Opel Kadett Kadett C

Opel - Kadett C

Details-
BrandOpel
ModelKadett
GenerationKadett C
Modification1.2 S (60 Hp) Automatic
Start Of Production1973
End Of Production1979

Performance

The Opel Kadett is a compact car with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 17.5 seconds and a top speed of 142 km/h. It's a decent performer for its class.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh17.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph17.5 sec
Max Speed142 km/h 88.23 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Opel Kadett Sedan is a mid-sized car with a length of 4124 mm, width of 1580 mm, and height of 1375 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2395 mm, front and rear track of 1300 mm and 1299 mm respectively, and a minimum turning circle of 9.2 meters. It can comfortably seat 5 people with 4 doors. The car has a spacious interior, providing ample legroom and headroom for both front and rear passengers.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4124 mm 162.36 in.
Width1580 mm 62.2 in.
Height1375 mm 54.13 in.
Wheelbase2395 mm 94.29 in.
Front Track1300 mm 51.18 in.
Rear Track1299 mm 51.14 in.
Min Turning Circle9.2 m 30.18 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The Kadett offers impressive fuel efficiency, with a combined consumption of 7.9 l/100 km. It runs on petrol and boasts a comfortable ride and spacious interior.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined7.9 l/100 km 29.77 US mpg 35.76 UK mpg 12.66 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a Kadett with a 1196 cm3, inline 4-cylinder engine, producing 60 HP and 90 Nm of torque. The engine is naturally aspirated, uses a carburetor for fuel injection, and is longitudinally mounted at the front of the vehicle. The transmission is an automatic with 3 gears, driving the rear wheels. The car has a rear-wheel drive architecture and a fuel capacity of 2.96 US qt (2.46 UK qt).

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power60 Hp @ 5400 rpm.
Power Per Litre50.2 Hp/l
Torque90 Nm 66.38 lb.-ft.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code12S
Engine Displacement1196 cm3 72.98 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore79 mm 3.11 in.
Piston Stroke61 mm 2.4 in.
Compression Ratio9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity2.8 l 2.96 US qt | 2.46 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-40, 10W-50, 20W-50 / GM6136M 5W-30 / GM6136M (<-20 °C)
Coolant4.7 l 4.97 US qt | 4.14 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox3 gears, automatic transmission

Brakes

None

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDrum
Rear BrakesDrum
Tires Size155 SR13
Wheel Rims Size13

Weight & Capacity

The Kadett has a weight-to-power ratio of 13.1 kg/Hp (76.4 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 8.7 kg/Nm (114.6 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 785 kg (1730.63 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1205 kg (2656.57 lbs.), with a maximum load capacity of 420 kg (925.94 lbs.). The car has a minimum trunk/boot space of 420 l (14.83 cu. ft.) and a fuel tank capacity of 43 l (11.36 US gal | 9.46 UK gal). It has a maximum roof load of 60 kg (132.28 lbs.) and is permitted to tow a trailer with brakes up to 800 kg (1763.7 lbs.) and without brakes up to 430 kg (947.99 lbs.).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio13.1 kg/Hp, 76.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio8.7 kg/Nm, 114.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight785 kg 1730.63 lbs.
Max Weight1205 kg 2656.57 lbs.
Max Load420 kg 925.94 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum420 l 14.83 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity43 l 11.36 US gal | 9.46 UK gal
Max Roof Load60 kg 132.28 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent800 kg 1763.7 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes430 kg 947.99 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Opel - Kadett C

The Kadett can comfortably seat 5 people.

The Kadett has a wheelbase of 2395 mm.

The minimum turning circle of the Kadett is 9.2 meters.

The Opel Kadett accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 17.5 seconds.

The top speed of the Opel Kadett is 142 km/h.

No, the Opel Kadett is not a fast car, but it's suitable for daily driving and city commuting.

Petrol (Gasoline)

7.9 l/100 km

Comfortable ride, spacious interior, and excellent fuel efficiency.

The engine is mounted longitudinally at the front of the vehicle.

The car has an automatic transmission with 3 gears.

The car uses a carburetor for fuel injection.

The car has drum brakes on both the front and rear.

The tire size is 155 SR13.

The rim size is 13.

1936-1940 and 1962-1991

Opel

Compact car

The weight-to-power ratio of the Kadett is 13.1 kg/Hp (76.4 Hp/tonne).

The Kadett is permitted to tow a trailer with brakes up to 800 kg (1763.7 lbs.) and without brakes up to 430 kg (947.99 lbs.).

The fuel tank capacity of the Kadett is 43 l (11.36 US gal | 9.46 UK gal).