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Ford Fiesta IV (Mk4) 3 door 1.3 i (50 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)
IV (Mk4) 3 door Overview:
Ford Fiesta (IV (Mk4) 3 door). With 94 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1005 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 19.5 s). The top speed reaches 143 km/h. 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 i (50 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This entry-level engine offers very modest performance, struggling with acceleration and highway speeds. Best suited for relaxed city driving.
Fuel Economy
Despite its low power, fuel economy is only average for the class, with 6.9 l/100 km combined. It's not particularly efficient given its lack of power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Agile and engaging handling for its class
- • Good fuel economy, especially with the diesel engine
- • Practical and spacious interior for a supermini
- • Generally reliable and inexpensive to maintain
- • Wide range of engine options to suit different needs
Cons:
- • Basic safety rating by modern standards (2-star Euro NCAP)
- • Entry-level engines are underpowered
- • Interior plastics can feel cheap and dated
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
- • Some models lack modern convenience features
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V (Mk5) 3 door: December, 1999 - November, 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Fiesta |
| Generation: | IV (Mk4) 3 door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 i (50 Hp) |
| Start of production: | January, 1996 |
| End of production: | September, 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 50 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 38.5 Hp/l [5mm less] |
| Torque: | 94 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | JJA, JJC, JJE, JJJ, JJK, JJM More details about the engine JJA, JJC, JJE, JJJ, JJK, JJM |
| Engine displacement: | 1299 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.25 l |
| Coolant: | 7.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 19.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 19.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 143 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 20.1 kg/Hp, 49.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.7 kg/Nm, 93.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 18.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1005 |
| Max. weight: | 1415 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 410 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 930 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 250 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 900 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 310 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3828 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Width: | 1634 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1334 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2446 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1429 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1384 mm |
| 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.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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