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Ford Cortina
General information | |
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| Model | Ford Cortina |
| Year | 1962 |
| Category | Midsize family cars |
| Rating | 56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1198 ccm (73.10 cubic inches) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Seats | 5 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 1198 ccm (73.10 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 49.20 PS (36 kW or 49 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 90.20 Nm (9.2 kgf-m or 66.5 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 8.7:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 81.1 x 58.1 mm (3.2 x 2.3 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0632 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Sedan/saloon |
| Max no. of doors | 4 |
| Passenger space | 3950 litres (1,044 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Front brakes | Drums |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
| Brake details | Antiblocking system (ABS) |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 778 kg (1,715.2 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4280 mm (168.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 1590 mm (62.6 inches) |
| Overall height | 1450 mm (57.1 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm (98.4 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 36.0 litres (9.51 gallons) |
