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Ford Fiesta

General information

ModelFord Fiesta
Year1981
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size957 ccm (58.40 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement957 ccm (58.40 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power40.60 PS (30 kW or 40 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque64.00 Nm (6.5 kgf-m or 47.2 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Compression8.3:1
Bore x stroke74.0 x 55.7 mm (2.9 x 2.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0568 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (385.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight720 kg (1,587.3 pounds)
Overall length3570 mm (140.6 inches)
Overall width1570 mm (61.8 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2300 mm (90.6 inches)
Fuel capacity34.0 litres (8.98 gallons)
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