This 1.0 MT (44 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Hatchback (3-door), which was produced by Ford from 1976 to 1983. In addition to this engine, 15 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 type | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 4 |
| Length | 3648mm |
| Width | 1567mm |
| Height | 1360mm |
| Wheelbase | 2286mm |
| Ground clearance | 140mm |
| Front track | 1334mm |
| Min. boot capacity | 200litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 999litre |
| Rear track | 1321mm |
| Kerb weight | 730kg |
| Gross weight | 1160kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 957cm3 |
| Engine power | 44bhp |
| Injection type | Carburetor |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| RPM at max power | to 5 700RPM |
| Maximum torque | 65Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3000RPM |
| Intercooler | Yes |
| Bore | 74mm |
| Stroke | 55.7mm |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 9.8m |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts |
|---|---|
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear suspension | semi dependent, Torsion beam |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Fuel tank capacity | 34litre |
|---|---|
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.3litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 5.9litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 7.5litre |
| Cruising range | from 410 to 580km |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
| Top speed | 137km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 17.6second |
| City | 10 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 7.1 litres / 100km |
| Average | 9 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.