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Ford Cortina

General information

ModelFord Cortina
Year1979
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1294 ccm (78.96 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1294 ccm (78.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.80 PS (45 kW or 60 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque92.00 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0608 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2/4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length4350 mm (171.3 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2590 mm (102.0 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)
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