1970
Ford Escort RS1600
Built specifically for homologation into Group 2 rally competition, the RS1600 used the BDA twin-cam engine developed by Cosworth and went on to win the World Rally Championship.
Rally Homologation
Technical Specifications
| Engine | 1.6L BDA Cosworth DOHC I4 |
| Displacement | 1,601 cc |
| Horsepower | 120 hp |
| Torque | 147 Nm |
| Transmission | 4-speed close-ratio manual |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Fuel Economy | 11.5 L/100 km |
| 0–60 mph | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h |
| Length | 4,010 mm |
| Width | 1,580 mm |
| Height | 1,350 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm |
| Curb Weight | 850 kg |
| MSRP Range | £1,453 (UK, 1970) |