This 1.6 D MT (53 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation Hatchback (3-door), which was produced by Ford from 1983 to 1989. In addition to this engine, 18 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 | 1585mm |
| Height | 1334mm |
| Wheelbase | 2288mm |
| Ground clearance | 140mm |
| Front track | 1367mm |
| Min. boot capacity | 215litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 900litre |
| Rear track | 1321mm |
| Kerb weight | 835kg |
| Gross weight | 1275kg |
| Engine type | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1598cm3 |
| Engine power | 53bhp |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| RPM at max power | to 4 800RPM |
| Maximum torque | 95Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3000RPM |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore | 80mm |
| Stroke | 80mm |
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 148km/h |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 6litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 3.8litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 5.1litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 40litre |
| Cruising range | from 670 to 1 050km |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 17.3second |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 9.3m |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts, Spring, Stabilizer bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Drive axle, Trailing arms, Helical springs, Stabilizer bar |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| City | 6.9 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 4.4 litres / 100km |
| Average | 5.9 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.