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Ford Cortina

General information

ModelFord Cortina
Year1967
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1298 ccm (79.20 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1298 ccm (79.20 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power53.4 PS (39 kW or 53 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque102.00 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 63.0 mm (3.2 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0610 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (358.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight880 kg (1,940.1 pounds)
Overall length4280 mm (168.5 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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