FORD
Ford Mustang Gen 1 Facelift (1970–1973) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 4.1 | 3 | 145 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 4.9 V8 | 3 | 210 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 5.8 V8 | 3 | 285 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 7.0 Super Cobra Jet V8 | 4 | 375 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Ford Mustang Gen 1 Facelift overview
The Ford Mustang (Gen 1 Facelift) is the 1st generation of the Mustang, built from 1970 to 1973. It is offered as a Cabriolet with 4 engines (petrol), from 145 HP to 370 HP. The 4.1 (145 Hp) is 4813 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Ford Mustang have?
The Ford Mustang (Gen 1 Facelift) has 145 HP to 370 HP, depending on the engine: 4.1 Thriftpower (145 HP), 4.9 Windsor (210 HP), 5.8 335 (240 HP), 7.0 Fe (370 HP).
What engines are available for the Ford Mustang?
The Ford Mustang is available with 4 engines: 4.1 Thriftpower (145 HP, petrol), 4.9 Windsor (210 HP, petrol), 5.8 335 (240 HP, petrol), 7.0 Fe (370 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Ford Mustang?
The Ford Mustang is 4813 mm long, 1882 mm wide, 1283 mm tall, with a 2769 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Ford Mustang Convertible I facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 1970–1973 |
| Platform | Ford Falcon |
| Variant | 4.1 (145 Hp) |
| Body type | cabriolet |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 145 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4000 rpm |
| Torque | 315 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2600 rpm |
Engine
| Engine code | I6 Thriftpower |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4097 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 93.5 mm |
| Stroke | 99.3 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | ohv |
| Oil capacity | 4.3 L |
| Coolant | 9.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 3 |
| Gearbox code | Toploader 3speed |
| Gearbox manufacturer | ford |
Dimensions
| Length | 4813 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1882 mm |
| Height | 1283 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2769 mm |
| Front track | 1562 mm |
| Rear track | 1549 mm |
| Boot space | 0 – 229 L |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1456 kg |
|---|
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 76.0 L |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Wishbone Transverse Stabilizer |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Rigid Axle Suspension Leaf Spring |
| Front brakes | disc |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Cone Worm With Recirculation Balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | Front wheel tires: 185/75 R14Rear wheel tires: 185/75 R14 |
| Wheel rims | Front wheel rims: 6J x 14Rear wheel rims: 6J x 14 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 10 kg/Hp, 99.6 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 4.6 kg/Nm, 216.3 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1970 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1973 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.