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Ford Festiva II (DA) 1.3i (64 Hp)
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Ford Festiva:
The Ford Festiva is a four passenger front-drive subcompact car manufactured in South Korea by Kia, under license from Mazda and marketed by Ford for model years 1986–2002 over three generations in Japan, the Americas, and Australasia as the Festiva and as the Aspire in North America during its second generation.
Designed by Mazda using the DA platform and B series straight-four engines, the Festiva was manufactured in South Korea by Kia, under license.
Kia began marketing the first generation in South Korea under license — as the Kia Pride. Australasia and Europe received the first version between 1987 and 1991 as the "Mazda 121". After 1991, Australasian sales began under the "Ford Festiva" name, while European sales continued as the "Kia Pride". Kia ended production of the Pride in 2000....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (DA) Overview:
Ford Festiva (II (DA)). With 100 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 909 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 145 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.
1.3i (64 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for urban commuting and light duties, but lacks significant power for highway overtaking or spirited driving. Focuses on reliability over speed.
Fuel Economy
Offers good fuel economy for its time, making it an economical choice for daily driving. The simple OHC design aids in efficient operation.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy for its class
- • Compact and easy to maneuver in city traffic
- • Simple, reliable mechanical components
- • Affordable to purchase and maintain
- • Practical hatchback design for urban use
Cons:
- • Very limited performance, especially on highways
- • Basic safety features compared to modern standards
- • Dated interior design and amenities
- • Can be noisy at higher speeds
- • Lacks driving excitement or premium feel
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1986 - 1993).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Festiva |
| Generation: | II (DA) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3i (64 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 64 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 48.3 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 100 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1324 |
| 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 layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 71 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83.6 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 145 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.2 kg/Hp, 70.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 110 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 909 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 38 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4440 mm |
| Width: | 1680 mm |
| Height: | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2305 mm |
| Front track: | 1435 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1435 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.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 S |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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