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Ford Escort 1600

General information

ModelFord Escort 1600
Year1968
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.3 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 power110.00 PS (81 kW or 108 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque144.00 Nm (14.7 kgf-m or 106.2 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke82.6 x 72.8 mm (3.3 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed182.0 km/h (113.1 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1444 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3960 litres (1,046 gallons)
Optional cargo space2600 litres (687 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight762 kg (1,679.9 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity87.0 litres (22.99 gallons)
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