Ford Consul Capri 1500
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Ford Consul Capri 1500 - key facts
- First introduced in 1962, the Ford Consul Capri 1500 ended production in 1964.
- The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 60 bhp.
- The maximum speed of the Ford Consul Capri 1500 was 83 mph.
Ford Consul Capri 1500 Specifications | ||
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From | 1962 | |
Until | 1964 | |
Bodywork | ||
Dimensions | ||
Length | 14ft 2in | 4m |
Width | 5ft 51/2in | 1.66m |
Kerb Weight | 2087lb/0.932ton | 947kg |
Engine | ||
Engine displacement | 1498cc | 91cu in |
Cylinders | 4 | |
Cylinder Layout | Inline | |
Valve operation | Overhead valve | |
Power Output | 60bhp @ 4600rpm | 59PS @ 4600rpm |
Specific Output | 40bhp/litre | 0.66bhp/cu in |
Torque Output | 82lbft @ 2300rpm | 111Nm @ 2300rpm |
Specific Torque | 74Nm/litre | |
Fuel Type | Petrol | |
Fuel system | Single Carburettor | |
Carburettor make | Zenith | |
Performance | ||
Power to weight | 64bhp/ton | |
Acceleration 0-50mph | 13.8 seconds | |
Standing Qtr mile | 21.4 seconds | |
Top speed | 83mph | 134km/h |
Fuel consumption | 26.5mpg | 11km/l |
Chassis | ||
Engine location | Front | |
Engine alignment | Longitudinal | |
Driven wheels | Rear | |
Front Suspension | Independent Coil Spring | |
Rear Suspension | Beam axle half eliptic leaf | |
Brakes | Disc front, Drum rear | |
Gearbox type | 4 speed Manual | |
Number of gears | 4 |