Vauxhall Nova Nova CC

Vauxhall - Nova CC

Details-
BrandVauxhall
ModelNova
GenerationNova CC
Modification1.2 S (55 Hp)
Start Of Production1983
End Of Production1990

Performance

The Nova has a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 16 seconds and a top speed of 152 km/h (94.45 mph). It has a drag coefficient of 0.36, indicating good aerodynamics.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh16 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph16 sec
Max Speed152 km/h 94.45 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.36

Body & Dimensions

The Nova is a compact hatchback car with a length of 3622 mm, width of 1535 mm, and height of 1364 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2343 mm and a minimum turning circle of 9.4 meters. It has 3-5 doors and can seat 5 people.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeHatchback
Seats5
Doors3-5
Length3622 mm 142.6 in.
Width1535 mm 60.43 in.
Height1364 mm 53.7 in.
Wheelbase2343 mm 92.24 in.
Front Track1320 mm 51.97 in.
Rear Track1300 mm 51.18 in.
Min Turning Circle9.4 m 30.84 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The Nova is a fuel-efficient car with a fuel consumption of 8.3 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas, making it a great option for city driving. It runs on petrol (gasoline) and is a reliable choice for daily commutes.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban8.3 l/100 km 28.34 US mpg 34.03 UK mpg 12.05 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Nova is a compact car with a 1.2L inline 4-cylinder engine producing 55 Hp at 5000 rpm and 78 Nm of torque at 3600 rpm. It features a 5-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power55 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre46 Hp/l
Torque78 Nm @ 3600 rpm. 57.53 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model Code12ST, S12ST
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 Ratio7.8
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainOHC
Engine Oil Capacity3 l 3.17 US qt | 2.64 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-40, 15W-40 / ACEA A2, ACEA A3
Coolant6.1 l 6.45 US qt | 5.37 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission

Brakes

The Nova is a compact car with ventilated discs in the front and drum brakes in the rear. It features a steering rack and pinion system and comes with 165/65 R14 tires and 4.5J x 14 wheel rims.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Tires Size165/65 R14
Wheel Rims Size4.5J x 14

Weight & Capacity

The Nova is a compact car with a weight-to-power ratio of 13.4 kg/Hp and 74.8 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. It has a maximum load capacity of 480 kg and a trunk boot space of up to 1150 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio13.4 kg/Hp, 74.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio9.4 kg/Nm, 106.1 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight735 kg 1620.4 lbs.
Max Weight1215 kg 2678.62 lbs.
Max Load480 kg 1058.22 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum260 l 9.18 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum1150 l 40.61 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity42 l 11.1 US gal | 9.24 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent450 kg 992.08 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes365 kg 804.69 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Vauxhall - Nova CC

The Nova can seat 5 people.

The length of the Nova is 3622 mm or 142.6 inches.

The minimum turning circle of the Nova is 9.4 meters or 30.84 feet.

The Nova takes 16 seconds to go from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Nova has a top speed of 152 km/h (94.45 mph).

The Nova has a drag coefficient of 0.36, which is relatively good.

The Nova runs on petrol (gasoline)

The Nova has a fuel consumption of 8.3 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas

Yes, the Nova is a great option for city driving due to its fuel efficiency

The Nova has a 1.2L inline 4-cylinder engine.

The Nova has a 5-speed manual transmission.

The Nova is a front-wheel drive vehicle.

The Nova has ventilated discs in the front and drum brakes in the rear.

The Nova features a steering rack and pinion system.

The Nova comes with 165/65 R14 tires and 4.5J x 14 wheel rims.

The Nova achieves an estimated fuel efficiency of 35 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway.

The Nova comes standard with advanced safety features such as lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot monitoring.

The Nova offers 38.8 cubic feet of cargo space, making it suitable for carrying groceries, luggage, or outdoor gear.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Nova is 13.4 kg/Hp and 74.8 Hp/tonne.

The maximum load capacity of the Nova is 480 kg.

The fuel tank capacity of the Nova is 42 liters.