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Ford Escort 1100

General information

ModelFord Escort 1100
Year1968
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1117 ccm (68.16 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1117 ccm (68.16 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power55.80 PS (41 kW or 55 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque82.00 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke74.0 x 65.0 mm (2.9 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed146.0 km/h (90.7 mph)
0-50 miles13.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0693 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space5280 litres (1,395 gallons)
Optional cargo space2600 litres (687 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 240 mm
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight810 kg (1,785.7 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2400 mm (94.5 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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