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Ford Cortina 1.6

General information

ModelFord Cortina 1.6
Year1963
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1558 ccm (95.07 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1558 ccm (95.07 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power106.50 PS (78 kW or 105 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque149.00 Nm (15.2 kgf-m or 109.9 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke82.6 x 72.8 mm (3.3 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1268 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3950 litres (1,044 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight840 kg (1,851.9 pounds)
Overall length4280 mm (168.5 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)
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