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Ford Cortina 1600 GT

General information

ModelFord Cortina 1600 GT
Year1970
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1593 ccm (97.20 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1593 ccm (97.20 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power89.20 PS (66 kW or 88 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Bore x stroke87.8 x 66.0 mm (3.5 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-50 miles9.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0901 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3350 litres (885 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight990 kg (2,182.6 pounds)
Overall length4270 mm (168.1 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Wheelbase2590 mm (102.0 inches)
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