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Ford Escort 1300

General information

ModelFord Escort 1300
Year1968
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.3 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
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1298 ccm (79.20 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power57.80 PS (43 kW or 57 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque98.00 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 63.0 mm (3.2 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed145.0 km/h (90.1 mph)
0-50 miles16.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0718 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5280 litres (1,395 gallons)
Optional cargo space2600 litres (687 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS) Antiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight805 kg (1,774.7 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity41.0 litres (10.83 gallons)
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