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Opel Kadett Kadett C (1973–1979) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.0 | 4 | 50 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.2 | 4 | 55 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.2 S Automatic | 4 | 60 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 S | 4 | 75 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Opel Kadett Kadett C overview
The Opel Kadett (Kadett C) is the 3rd generation of the Kadett, built from 1973 to 1979. It is offered as a Sedan with 9 engines (petrol), from 40 HP to 110 HP. The 1.9 S (103 Hp) reaches a top speed of 160 km/h and is 4182 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Opel Kadett have?
The Opel Kadett (Kadett C) has 40 HP to 110 HP, depending on the engine: 1.0 Ohv (40 HP), 1.0 Ea111 (40 HP), 1.0 Ohv (48 HP), 1.2 Ohv (51 HP), 1.2 Ohv (52 HP), 1.2 Ohv (60 HP), 1.6 Cih (75 HP), 1.9 Cih (105 HP), 2.0 Cih (110 HP).
What engines are available for the Opel Kadett?
The Opel Kadett is available with 9 engines: 1.0 Ohv (40 HP, petrol), 1.0 Ea111 (40 HP, petrol), 1.0 Ohv (48 HP, petrol), 1.2 Ohv (51 HP, petrol), 1.2 Ohv (52 HP, petrol), 1.2 Ohv (60 HP, petrol), 1.6 Cih (75 HP, petrol), 1.9 Cih (105 HP, petrol), 2.0 Cih (110 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Opel Kadett?
The Opel Kadett is 4182 mm long, 1573 mm wide, 1405 mm tall, with a 2416 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Opel Kadett B Coupe |
|---|---|
| Year | 1965–1973 |
| Platform | Opel Kadett B |
| Variant | 1.9 S (103 Hp) |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 103 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5400 rpm |
| Torque | 256 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 2800 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3400 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
|---|
Engine
| Engine code | 19S |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1897 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 93.0 mm |
| Stroke | 69.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | cih |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 L |
| Coolant | 6.1 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 4 |
| Gearbox code | 4mt |
| Gearbox manufacturer | opel |
Dimensions
| Length | 4182 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1573 mm |
| Height | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2416 mm |
| Front track | 1250 mm |
| Rear track | 1274 mm |
| Boot space | 460 L |
| Ground clearance | 173 mm |
| Turning circle | 9.4 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 750 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1280 kg |
| Max load | 530 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 40.0 L |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Double Wishbone Transverse Stabilizer |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Transverse Stabilizer Trailing Arm |
| Front brakes | disc |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 7.3 kg/Hp, 137.3 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 2.9 kg/Nm, 341.3 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1965 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1973 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.