1978 Ford Pinto

The 1978 Ford Pinto is a subcompact car manufactured by Ford Motor Company, offered in several body styles, including Hatchback, Pony Sedan, Sedan, Squire Wagon, and Station Wagon. Engine options include a 2.3L inline-four, delivering 88 horsepower at 4,800 RPM and 118 lb-ft of torque at 2,800 RPM, alongside a 2.8L V6 that produces 90 horsepower at 4,200 RPM and 143 lb-ft of torque at 2,200 RPM. The standard transmission is a 4-speed manual, with an optional 3-speed automatic Cruise-O-Matic. Key dimensions include a wheelbase of 94.50 inches, a length of 169.30 inches, and a width of 69.40 inches, with an approximate weight of 2,340 lbs. The 1978 model maintained safety features such as 5 mph bumpers, introduced previously to meet federal regulations, while production figures reached 188,899 units for the year.