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Ford Escort

General information

ModelFord Escort
Year1958
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating53.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1172 ccm (71.52 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1172 ccm (71.52 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power31.00 PS (23 kW or 31 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Max torque71.00 Nm (7.2 kgf-m or 52.4 ft.lbs) at 2150 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke635.0 x 92.5 mm (25.0 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0379 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4280 litres (1,131 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight817 kg (1,801.2 pounds)
Overall length3810 mm (150.0 inches)
Overall width1550 mm (61.0 inches)
Overall height1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Ground clearance190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase2220 mm (87.4 inches)
Fuel capacity31.0 litres (8.19 gallons)
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