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Ford Fiesta I (Mk1) 1.6 XR2 (84 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Fiesta:
The Ford Fiesta is a supermini car that was marketed by Ford from 1976 to 2023 over seven generations. Over the years, the Fiesta has mainly been developed and manufactured by Ford's European operations, and had been positioned below the Escort.
Ford sold over 15 million Fiestas from 1976 to July 2011, making it one of the best-selling Ford nameplates behind the Escort and the F-Series. It has been manufactured in the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, Brazil, Argentina, Venezuela, Mexico, Taiwan, China, India, Thailand, and South Africa....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (Mk1) Overview:
Ford Fiesta (I (Mk1)). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 XR2 (84 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The performance king of the Mk1 Fiesta, the XR2 offered spirited acceleration and a fun driving experience for its era.
Fuel Economy
Less economical than other trims due to its performance focus, but still reasonable for a hot hatch of the time.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact and agile handling
- • Economical engine options (non-XR2)
- • Affordable to buy and maintain
- • Classic design appeal
- • Good visibility
Cons:
- • Limited safety features by modern standards
- • Basic interior comfort
- • Rust susceptibility (common for era)
- • Performance can be sluggish on smaller engines
- • Loud at highway speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (Mk1): 1977 - 1983).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Fiesta |
| Generation: | I (Mk1) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 XR2 (84 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1981 |
| End of production: | 1983 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 84 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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