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Ford Fiesta 1.6

General information

ModelFord Fiesta 1.6
Year1981
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1608 ccm (98.12 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1608 ccm (98.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power84.00 PS (62 kW or 83 HP) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Max torque129.00 Nm (13.2 kgf-m or 95.2 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed166.0 km/h (103.1 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1050 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3750 litres (991 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (389.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 239 mm
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight800 kg (1,763.7 pounds)
Overall length3570 mm (140.6 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2400 mm (94.5 inches)
Fuel capacity34.0 litres (8.98 gallons)
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