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Ford Consul Classic

General information

ModelFord Consul Classic
Year1962
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1340 ccm (81.77 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1340 ccm (81.77 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power54.7 PS (40 kW or 54 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 65.1 mm (3.2 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-50 miles14.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0624 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4280 litres (1,131 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight882 kg (1,944.5 pounds)
Overall length4340 mm (170.9 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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