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Ford Taunus GBTS,GBFS,CBTS 1.3 (55 Hp)
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Ford Taunus:
The Ford Taunus is a family car manufactured and marketed by Ford Germany throughout Europe. Models from 1970 on were manufactured using the same basic construction as the Ford Cortina MkIII in the United Kingdom, and later on, the two car models were rebadged variants of each other, differing primarily in their steering wheel placement.
Introduced in 1939, and marketed over numerous generations through model year 1994, the model line was named after the Taunus mountain range in Germany.
The Ford Taunus G93A was a development of the Ford Eifel, and used the same 1172 cc four cylinder engine, but in a longer chassis and a streamlined body. It was the first German Ford to have hydraulic brakes. First introduced in 1939, production was halted in 1942 due to the war. Production recommenced in November 1948 after the British Occupation had ended. In total, 7,128 pre-war Taunuses were made, including estate cars and light vans, followed by 76,590 post-war models....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GBTS,GBFS,CBTS Overview:
Ford Taunus (GBTS,GBFS,CBTS). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 (55 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for city driving and light loads, but struggles significantly on highways and with full passenger capacity.
Fuel Economy
Reasonably economical for its time, prioritizing fuel efficiency over outright power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Classic European styling and charm
- • Wide range of engine options to suit different needs
- • Generally robust and simple mechanicals for its era
- • Good parts availability in some regions for restoration
- • Comfortable ride for its time
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • Poor fuel economy and performance compared to modern cars
- • Susceptible to rust, especially in older examples
- • Lack of modern amenities and technology
- • Can be challenging to find in pristine condition
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GBTK: 1974 - 1975).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Taunus |
| Generation: | GBTS,GBFS,CBTS |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (55 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1975 |
| End of production: | 1979 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 55 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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