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Technical data

This 1.6 MT (90 hp) engine was fitted in the 6 generation Hatchback (5-door), which was produced by Ford from 1995 to 2000. In addition to this engine, 6 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
Length4140mm
Width1679mm
Height1349mm
Wheelbase2520mm
Front track1440mm
Rear track1461mm
Max. boot capacity379litre
Min. boot capacity379litre
Kerb weight1065kg
Gross weight1625kg

Engine

Engine typeGasoline
Displacement1597cm3
Engine power90bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 500RPM
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Cylinder layoutInline
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder4
Maximum torque134Nm
RPM at max torque3000RPM

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel95 RON
Top speed177km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)12.2second
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km8litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km6.4litre
City fuel consumption per 100 km10.7litre

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionHelical springs
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDrum

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive

Real-world consumption (est.)

City12.8 litres / 100km
Highway7.7 litres / 100km
Average9.6 litres / 100km

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

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