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Ford KA RBT 1.3 i (60 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford KA:
The Ford Ka is a small car which was manufactured by Ford Motor Company from 1996 to 2021 over three generations. It entered its second generation in 2008, produced by Fiat in Tychy, Poland. A third generation was introduced in 2014. The first two generations have been described as city cars, whilst the third generation has been called a subcompact car.
The first two generations have a three-door hatchback body style, with the first generation also having a two-door convertible version that was marketed as the StreetKa and a sporty hatch version, the SportKa. The third generation was produced as a five-door hatchback and as a four-door sedan. It was initially only available in Brazil, and later was introduced in India, Italy, Mexico, Spain, South Africa , Argentina, and Poland. European sales ended in 2020, and in 2021 was taken out of production in Brazil....(Read more on Wikipedia)
RBT Overview:
Ford KA (RBT). With 105 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 890 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.4 s). The top speed reaches 155 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.
Tested in 2000, the Ford Ka achieved a 3-star rating for adult occupant protection. While acceptable for its era, it lacks many modern safety features and would perform poorly by today's standards.
1.3 i (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A marginal improvement over the 50hp, offering slightly less strained acceleration for city driving and short commutes, making it a bit more versatile.
Fuel Economy
Similar economy to the 50hp, still reasonable for its class and era, maintaining low running costs for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive 'New Edge' styling
- • Agile and fun handling for a city car
- • Compact size ideal for urban environments
- • Low running costs and affordable to buy
- • Practical interior for its class
Cons:
- • Limited engine power across the range
- • Basic interior materials and features
- • Susceptible to rust, especially on older models
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Can be noisy at higher speeds
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | KA |
| Generation: | RBT |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 i (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 46.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 105 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| 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 |
| 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: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.8 kg/Hp, 67.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 118 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 890 |
| Max. weight: | 1265 |
| Max load: | 375 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 724 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 186 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3620 mm mm |
| Width: | 1639 mm mm |
| Height: | 1383 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2448 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1395 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1411 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 |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 155/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 13 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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