Ford Cortina Mk III 1600

1974 Ford Cortina Ghia at the Newport Pagnell Carnival

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Ford Cortina Mk III 1600 - key facts

First introduced in 1970, the Ford Cortina Mk III 1600 ended production in 1976.
The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 68 bhp.
60mph was reached in 14.7 seconds.
Maximum speed of the Ford Cortina Mk III 1600 was 92 mph.

Ford Cortina Mk III 1600 Specifications
From	1970
Until	1976
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	13ft 11in	4m
Width	5ft 6in	1.7m
Kerb Weight	2115lb/0.944ton	959kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1599cc	98cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	68bhp @ 5200rpm	67PS @ 5200rpm
Specific Output	43bhp/litre	0.7bhp/cu in
Torque Output	85lbft @ 2600rpm	115Nm @ 2600rpm
Specific Torque	72Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Ford
Performance
Power to weight	72bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	10 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	14.7 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	19.7 seconds
Top speed	92mph	148km/h
Fuel consumption	24.6mpg	10km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle Coil spring
Brakes	Disc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual or Automatic
Number of gears	4