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Ford Escort 1300 GT

General information

ModelFord Escort 1300 GT
Year1968
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1296 ccm (79.08 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1296 ccm (79.08 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power76.00 PS (56 kW or 75 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque100.90 Nm (10.3 kgf-m or 74.4 ft.lbs) at 4300 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
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 speed153.0 km/h (95.1 mph)
0-50 miles16.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0916 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (385.8 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight830 kg (1,829.8 pounds)
Overall length4020 mm (158.3 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2370 mm (93.3 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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