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Technical data

This 1.6 4MT (79 hp) engine was fitted in the 3 generation Wagon 3-doors, which was produced by Ford from 1980 to 1986. In addition to this engine, 12 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 km8.3litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km6.3litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km8litre
Fuel tank capacity40litre
Cruising rangefrom 480 to 630km
Fuel95 RON
Top speed163km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)11.6second

Engine

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

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle10.5m

Body

Seats5
Length4033mm
Width1640mm
Height1375mm
Wheelbase2393mm
Front track1390mm
Rear track1430mm
Ground clearance120mm
Kerb weight880kg
Gross weight1375kg
Displacement495kg
Min. boot capacity360litre
Max. boot capacity1200litre
Body typeEstate

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 litres / 100km
Highway7.6 litres / 100km
Average9.6 litres / 100km

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

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