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Technical data

This 1.6i MT (105 hp) engine was fitted in the 3 generation Cabriolet 2-doors, which was produced by Ford from 1980 to 1986. In addition to this engine, 3 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km9litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km5.9litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km8litre
Fuel tank capacity48litre
Cruising rangefrom 530 to 810km
Fuel95 RON
Top speed186km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)9.9second

Engine

Displacement1597cm3
Engine power105bhp
RPM at max powerto 6 000RPM
Maximum torque137Nm
RPM at max torque4800RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore79.96mm
Stroke79.52mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle10.6m

Body

Seats5
Length4010mm
Width1640mm
Height1403mm
Wheelbase2402mm
Front track1400mm
Rear track1423mm
Ground clearance120mm
Kerb weight970kg
Gross weight1400kg
Displacement430kg
Min. boot capacity274litre
Max. boot capacity274litre
Body typeCabriolet

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Double wishbone, Spring
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

City10.8 litres / 100km
Highway7.1 litres / 100km
Average9.6 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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