Opel Kadett C City (1973–1979)
The Opel Kadett C City was offered with 6 gasoline engine versions, from 40 to 75 hp, built 1973–1979.
EnlargeProduction years1973–1979
Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length153.3 in (3,895 mm)
Width62.2 in (1,580 mm)
Height54.1 in (1,375 mm)
Cargo volume14.5 cu ft (410 l)
Fuel tank9.8 gal (37 l)
All Opel Kadett C City engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 (51 hp) | 1973–1979 | Gasoline | 51 hp (38 kW) | 59 lb-ft (80 Nm) | 21.5 s | 81 mph (130 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.2 (54 hp) | 1973–1979 | Gasoline | 54 hp (40 kW) | 61 lb-ft (83 Nm) | 19 s | 88 mph (142 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.2 S (60 hp) | 1973–1979 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | 65 lb-ft (88 Nm) | 18 s | 87 mph (140 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 S (75 hp) | 1973–1979 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 83 lb-ft (113 Nm) | 13 s | 96 mph (155 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 S (75 hp) Automatic | 1973–1979 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 83 lb-ft (113 Nm) | 13 s | 96 mph (155 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.0 (40 hp) | 1974–1979 | Gasoline | 40 hp (29 kW) | 52 lb-ft (70 Nm) | 26.5 s | 76 mph (122 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.