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Technical data

This 1.6 AT (79 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.

Body

Body typeHatchback
Seats5
Length3970mm
Width1640mm
Height1384mm
Ground clearance120mm
Wheelbase2402mm
Front track1400mm
Rear track1423mm
Kerb weight895kg
Gross weight1375kg
Displacement480kg
Min. boot capacity360litre
Max. boot capacity1050litre

Engine

Engine typeGasoline
Displacement1597cm3
Engine power79bhp
Injection typeCarburetor
Cylinder layoutInline
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
RPM at max powerto 5 800RPM
Maximum torque125Nm
RPM at max torque3000RPM
Bore79.96mm
Stroke79.52mm

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel95 RON
City fuel consumption per 100 km10.1litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km8.4litre
Fuel tank capacity48litre
Cruising rangefrom 480km
Top speed163km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)13.9second

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Number of gears3
Turning circle10.6m

Suspension & brakes

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

Real-world consumption (est.)

City12.1 litres / 100km
Average10.1 litres / 100km

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

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