1971 Ford Torino GT Ranchero
GT styling carried over to the Ranchero, giving Ford's car-pickup a sporty edge; 3,632 rode the 117" wheelbase for 1971.
1A48H101120
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
Ranchero
Body
Atlanta, GA (A)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1971 Ford Torino GT
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1971 |
| Plant Code | A | Atlanta, GA (A) |
| Model Code | 48 | Torino GT |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 101120 | Production #101120 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelTorino GT
Year1971
Body StyleRanchero
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
Production3632
Doors2
Width76.5
Front Tread60.5
Length206.2
Rear Tread60
Wheelbase117
Height53.1
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio2.79
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio2.99
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
3rd Gear Ratio1
Gears3
Reverse Ratio3.17
Suspension
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeE78 x 14
Brakes
Brake Drum Size10
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service BrakesDual hydraulic
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Fuel TypeRegular
RadiatorTubular and fin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Cooling15.4 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
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
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.