1971 Ford Torino Sedan
The Torino was Ford's mid-size line for 1971, here in base trim. The Sedan rode a 117" wheelbase and saw 29,501 built for the model year.
1A27F173439
302 CID V8 (F)
Engine
Sedan
Body
Atlanta, GA (A)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1971 Ford Torino
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1971 |
| Plant Code | A | Atlanta, GA (A) |
| Model Code | 27 | Torino |
| Engine Code | F | 302 CID V8 (F) |
| Serial Number | 173439 | Production #173439 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelTorino
Year1971
Body StyleSedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine302 CID V8 (F)
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA (A)
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine302 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Dimensions
Production29501
Doors4
Front Tread60.5
Wheelbase117
Rear Tread60
Length206.2
Width76.5
Height53.1
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio3.0
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
Gears3
Reverse Ratio3.17
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio2.99
3rd Gear Ratio1
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Tire SizeE78 x 14
Brakes
Service BrakesDual hydraulic
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Drum Size10
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity4.5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Cooling11.4 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTubular and fin
Fuel TypeRegular
ExhaustSingle
Battery12
Equipment
Equipment390 cu. in. V8 engine / 400 cu. in. V8 engine / 429 cu. in. V8 engine / Air conditioning / Front disc rear drum brakes / Power seats / Power steering / Power windows / Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsBright Red / Dark Blue Metallic / Dark Green Metallic / Grabber Blue / Grabber Green Metallic / Grabber Yellow / Gray Gold Metallic / Light Gold / Light Green / Light Pewter Metallic / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / Medium Yellow Gold / Pastel Blue / White
Pricing
MSRP$2672.00
Specifications are for this model. The 1971 VIN resolves model year, model, body style, and engine; the engine shown is the VIN-coded engine (other engines were optional). Figures vary by option and are representative of the model as built.