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Ford Lotus Cortina

General information

ModelFord Lotus Cortina
Year1966
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

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

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1558 ccm (95.07 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power106.00 PS (78 kW or 105 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque145.00 Nm (14.8 kgf-m or 107.0 ft.lbs) at 4500 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
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed167.0 km/h (103.8 mph)
0-50 miles8.2 seconds
0-60 miles11.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1171 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3350 litres (885 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (358.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight905 kg (1,995.2 pounds)
Overall length4270 mm (168.1 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2560 mm (100.8 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)
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