1971 Ford Torino 500 Sedan
The Torino 500 was the mid-level trim of Ford's mid-size Torino for 1971. The Sedan rode a 117" wheelbase and saw 35,650 built for the model year.
1A31H207717
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
Sedan
Body
Atlanta, GA (A)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1971 Ford Torino 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1971 |
| Plant Code | A | Atlanta, GA (A) |
| Model Code | 31 | Torino 500 |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 207717 | Production #207717 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelTorino 500
Year1971
Body StyleSedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA (A)
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine351 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Dimensions
Production35650
Doors4
Weight3286
Wheelbase117
Width76.5
Front Tread60.5
Rear Tread60
Length206.2
Height53.1
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio3.0
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
1st Gear Ratio2.99
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
3rd Gear Ratio1
Gears3
Reverse Ratio3.17
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Tire SizeE78 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service BrakesDual hydraulic
Brake Drum Size10
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity4.5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTubular and fin
Battery12
Cooling11.4 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
ExhaustSingle
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$2855.00
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.