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Ford Fiesta III (Mk3) 1.3 CAT (60 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)
III (Mk3) Overview:
Ford Fiesta (III (Mk3)). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 CAT (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for city driving, but struggles at higher speeds or with a full load.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for its era, especially in urban cycles, aided by the catalytic converter.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Agile handling and fun to drive (especially sport models)
- • Wide range of economical engines
- • Practical and spacious for its class
- • Affordable to buy and maintain
- • Good reliability for simpler models
Cons:
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Interior quality can feel dated
- • Rust can be an issue on older examples
- • Entry-level engines lack power for highway driving
- • Some sporty models can be prone to theft
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (Mk3): 1990 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Fiesta |
| Generation: | III (Mk3) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 CAT (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 60 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | J6B More details about the engine J6B |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.25 l |
| Coolant: | 7.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 155/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
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