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1962 Ford Falcon 2-Door

Ford's compact car continued to compete against Chevrolet Corvair and Plymouth Valiant in the growing economy car market.
2R11U161894
6 Cyl. 170 C.I.
Engine
2-Door
Body
San Jose, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Ford Falcon

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 2 1962
Plant Code R San Jose, CA
Model Code 11 Falcon
Engine Code U 6 Cyl. 170 C.I.
Serial Number 161894 Production #161894

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon
Year1962
Body Style2-Door
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. 170 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Horsepower101 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantSan Jose, CA
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1963
Headroom front34.0
Headroom rear33.0
Height54.5
Legroom front43.5
Legroom rear39.3
Length181.1
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase109.5
Width70.6

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)