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Technical data

This 1.6 Alc. 4MT (73 hp) engine was fitted in the 3 generation Hatchback (5-door), which was produced by Ford from 1980 to 1986. In addition to this engine, 20 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 km11litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km8.5litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km10.7litre
Fuel tank capacity48litre
Cruising rangefrom 440 to 560km
FuelEthanol
Top speed169km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)12.3second

Engine

Displacement1555cm3
Engine power73bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 200RPM
Maximum torque116.2Nm
RPM at max torque3600RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore77mm
Stroke83.5mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle11.23m

Body

Seats5
Length3969mm
Width1640mm
Height1324mm
Wheelbase2402mm
Front track1400mm
Rear track1423mm
Kerb weight895kg
Min. boot capacity305litre
Max. boot capacity1348litre
Body typeHatchback

Suspension & brakes

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

Real-world consumption (est.)

City13.2 litres / 100km
Highway10.2 litres / 100km
Average12.8 litres / 100km

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

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