Ford Escort 1600 1968 specs
General information
Model: | Ford Escort 1600 |
Year: | 1968 |
Category: | Midsize family cars |
Manufacturer: | Ford |
Seats: | 5 |
Engine and transmission
Valves per cylinder: | 4 |
Engine type: | Inline, 4 cylinder |
Engine location: | Front, longitudinal |
Displacement: | 1558 ccm |
Max power: | 110 PS (81 kW) at 6000 Rev. per min. |
Max torque: | 144 Nm at 4500 Rev. per min. |
Compression: | 9.5:1 |
Bore x stroke: | 82.6 x 72.8 mm (3.3 x 2.9 inches) |
Lubrication system: | Wet sump |
Cooling system: | Liquid |
Gearbox: | Manual, 4-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Fuel type: | Gasoline |
Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
Top speed: | 182 km/h (113.1 mph) |
Power/weight ratio: | 0.1444 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
Max no. of doors: | 4 |
Passenger space: | 3960 litres (1047 gallons) |
Optional cargo space: | 2600 litres (687 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
Front brakes: | Disks |
Rear brakes: | Drums |
Brake details: | Antiblocking system |
Front tire dimensions: | 195/50-R15 |
Rear tire dimensions: | 165/80-SR13 |
Dimensions and weight
Weight: | 762 kg (1679.9 pounds) |
Overall length: | 3980 mm (156.7 inches) |
Overall width: | 1580 mm (62.2 inches) |
Overall height: | 1360 mm (53.5 inches) |
Wheelbase: | 2410 mm (94.9 inches) |
Fuel capacity: | 87 litres (22.98 gallons) |