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Ford Pinto: Specifications, variants & buying guide

10 Nov 2026, 03:44 PM IST · GlobeWire Daily Auto Desk · Source: en.wikipedia.org

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Updated: 10 Nov 2026, 06:58 PM IST

Key takeawaysExplore Ford Pinto: source-listed powertrain, dimensions and variant details, followed by practical checks before making a decision. This is a reference guide, not a new-launch report.

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Reference guide • Source-listed details may cover multiple variants. Check the exact model and market before buying.

Overview

Explore Ford Pinto: source-listed powertrain, dimensions and variant details, followed by practical checks before making a decision. This is a reference guide, not a new-launch report.

Source-listed specifications

Source-listed details
Field	Source-listed detail
Introduced	1971-01-01
Manufacturer	Ford
Powertrain	97.6 cu in (1.6 L) Kent I4 122.0 cu in (2.0 L) EAO I4 140.4 cu in (2.3 L) L23 I4 170.9 cu in (2.8 L) Cologne V6
Transmission	4-speed manual 3-speed C3/"Selectshift/Cruise-O-Matic" automatic [ 4 ]
Dimensions	Wheelbase: 94.0 in (2,388 mm) [ 5 ]; Length: 163 in (4,140 mm) [ 4 ]; Width: 69.4 in (1,763 mm); Height: 50 in (1,270 mm)
Wheelbase	94.0 in (2,388 mm) [ 5 ]
Length	163 in (4,140 mm) [ 4 ]
Width	69.4 in (1,763 mm)
Height	50 in (1,270 mm)
Curb weight	2,015–2,270 lb (914–1,030 kg) (1971)

How to compare models and variants

Verify model year, trim, engine or battery, transmission, safety equipment, homologated mileage or range, independent crash-test results and service coverage.

Price and running costs

Check local ex-showroom or MSRP pricing separately from registration, taxes, insurance, fuel or charging, maintenance and financing. No live price is implied.

Buyer checklist

Request an official variant brochure, test drive, compare total ownership cost, inspect warranty terms and confirm delivery estimates.

Verification and limitations

This profile is based on a source directory record. An empty field means the information was not verified, not that a feature or course is unavailable. Figures and specifications may change by country, variant and date. Always confirm on the source page before applying or buying. Published as a reference guide on 2026-11-10, not as breaking news.

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