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Ford Escort 1.6

General information

ModelFord Escort 1.6
Year1968
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating53.7 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 power111.50 PS (82 kW or 110 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
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed177.0 km/h (110.0 mph)
0-50 miles7.2 seconds
0-60 miles9.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1280 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5280 litres (1,395 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight871 kg (1,920.2 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity87.0 litres (22.99 gallons)
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