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Orion I Versions

- 1.3 (1983)- 1.6 (1983)- 1.6 D (1984)- 1.6 Injection (1983)

Ford Orion I 1.6 Specs

(1983 - 1986) - Technical Specifications for Years 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986

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With a fuel consumption of 6.9 litres/100km - 41 mpg UK - 34 mpg US (Average), 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 11.6 seconds, a maximum top speed of 104 mph (167 km/h), a curb weight of 1962 lbs (890 kgs), the Orion I 1.6 has a naturally-aspirated Inline 4 cylinder engine, Petrol motor, with the engine code LPA.
This engine produces a maximum power of 79 PS (78 bhp - 58 kW) at 5800 rpm and a maximum torque of 125 Nm (92 lb.ft) at 3300 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the front wheel drive (FWD) with a 5 speed Manual gearbox.
On the topic of chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behavior and ride comfort, the Orion I Stock tire sizes are 155 / - on 13 inch rims at the front, and 155 / - on 13 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the Orion I 1.6 braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Drums at the rear.
The Orion I model is a car manufactured by Ford, sold new from year 1983 until 1986, and available after that as a used car.

Ford Orion I 1.6 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	Inline 4

Engine Code :	LPA

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Carburetor Ford VV

Engine Alignment :	Transverse

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	1597 cm3 or 97.5 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	80.0 x 79.5 mm 3.15 x 3.11 inches

Number of valves :	8 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	9.5

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	79 PS or 78 bhp or 58 kW @ 5800 rpm

Maximum torque :	125 Nm or 92 lb.ft @ 3300 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	FWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	5 speed Manual Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: 2nd Gear Ratio: 3rd Gear Ratio: 4th Gear Ratio: 5th Gear Ratio: Reverse Gear Ratio: Final Drive Ratio:


Ford Orion I 1.6 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:	6.9 L/100km 41 mpg UK / 34 mpg US

Range :	695 Km or 432 miles

Fuel Tank Capacity :	48 L 10.6 UK gallons 12.7 US gallons

CO2 emissions :	160 g/Km (estimate)

Ford Orion I 1.6 Performance

Top Speed :	167 km/h or 104 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	11.6 s

Ford Orion I 1.6 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Num. of Doors :	4

Wheelbase :	240 cm or 94.49 inches

Length :	419 cm or 164.96 inches

Width :	164 cm or 64.57 inches

Height :	140 cm or 55.12 inches

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Vented Discs (- mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Drums (- mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	155/- R13

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	155/- R13

Curb Weight :	890 kg OR 1962 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	11.3 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	383 L

What engine is in Ford Orion I 1.6?
The Ford Orion I 1.6 has a Inline 4, Petrol engine with 1597 cm3 / 97.5 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1983 Ford Orion I 1.6 have?
The 1983 Ford Orion I 1.6 has 79 PS / 78 bhp / 58 kW.

How much does a Ford Orion I 1.6 weighs?
The Ford Orion I 1.6 weighs 890 Kg / 1962 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Ford Orion I 1.6?
The Ford Orion I 1.6 top speed is 167 Km/h / 104 mph.

Is Ford Orion I 1.6 All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Ford Orion I 1.6 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Front Wheel Drive (FWD).