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Ford Cortina 1600

General information

ModelFord Cortina 1600
Year1970
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating53.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1599 ccm (97.57 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1599 ccm (97.57 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power69.6 PS (51 kW or 69 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) at 2600 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 77.6 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed148.0 km/h (92.0 mph)
0-50 miles10.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0728 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
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight960 kg (2,116.4 pounds)
Overall length4270 mm (168.1 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
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