1971 Ford Pinto

• Engine Options:

  • 1.6 L Inline-4: Producing 75 HP @ 5000 RPM.
  • 2.0 L Inline-4: Generating 100 HP @ 5600 RPM.

• Transmission: Offered a manual transmission and a 3-speed Automatic Cruise-O-Matic.

• Dimensions:

  • Length of 163.0 inches (4140 mm) and a wheelbase of 94.0 inches (2388 mm).

• Weight: Approximately 1992 lbs (903.556 kg) for the Runabout.

• Tires: Equipped with 6.00 x 13 blackwall tires.

• Price: Ranged from $1,920 to $2,060.

Notably, while the Pinto marketed itself as a budget-friendly alternative to imports, it would later become infamous for safety concerns related to its fuel tank design. The Runabout model provided added utility with a fold-down seat, offering 38.1 cubic feet of cargo space when the seat was folded.